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News Release: Humanities and Fine Arts Offers Trip to Spain and Portugal
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Nov. 6, 2007
CONTACT: Kathleen McPartland
Tel: 530-898-4260
Thomasin Saxe, Humanities and Fine Arts
530-898-4642
Humanities and Fine Arts Offers Trip to Spain and Portugal
The College of Humanities and Fine Arts, California State University, Chico, is hosting a tour to Spain and Portugal June 1-12, 2008. The tour will include three nights in Lisbon, one in Cordoba, two in Granada, one in Toledo and three in Madrid.
The faculty-in-residence is history professor Stephen E. Lewis, who earned his PhD from UC San Diego. His specialty is Latin American history, and he has done extensive research on Mexico. His association with Spain spans 20 years, first as a student and most recently as a visiting professor. Students will be able to get 1-2 units of credit for course work related to the trip, if they choose.
Professor Lewis will be hosting a Humanities Center program on Thursday, Dec. 6 in Trinity 100 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. He will present information about Spain and Portugal, especially the places the tour will be visiting.
The complete news release is available online.
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News Release: The Orion Wins First National Award For Online Edition
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Nov. 6, 2007
CONTACT: Joe Wills
Tel: 530-898-4143
The Orion Wins First National Award For Online Edition
The Orion, California State University, Chico’s student newspaper, has won its first Online Pacemaker award for the Web-based edition of its publication.
The Pacemaker awards are among the most prestigious for college journalism and are given annually by Associated Collegiate Press, the oldest and largest national organization for college journalists.
Thirteen other colleges and universities across the country also received the honor, including student newspapers from University of Illinois and University of Kansas, and three from the CSU: The Collegian from Fresno State, the Mustang Daily from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, and the Golden Gate [X]Press from San Francisco State.
The complete news release is available online.
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NEW - Personalized Note Cards and Thank You Cards from University Printing Services
University Printing Services is pleased to now offer Note Cards and Thank You Cards that can be personalized with your department or college name. All cards are printed in University Red Ink on 80# cover stock (Recycled - 100% Post Consumer Waste) and include a non-imprinted matching envelope. Choose from 4 different designs and 2 paper colors - either white or cream.
For more information, take a look at the information flyer/order form on our web site.
When ordering, please be sure to attach the order form to a Printing Services CAF.
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AS Dining Services Now Selling CSU, Chico Blend Coffee
Just in time for the holidays, CSU, Chico Blend Coffee is now available at Common Grounds and Creekside Coffee. The 12 oz retail packs are premium Tully’s Organic Coffee and are available for $10.50.
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2008 Campus Photo Poster Calendar Available
Share the beauty of our campus with all your friends. A perfect gift for clients, donors, friends of the university, or an addition to your office. This 17” × 23” 2008 wall calendar features a photo of Trinity Hall and the rose garden by University Photographer Jeff Teeter.
Calendars are available at the library copy center (Rapid Graphics) MLIB 204, the Presentation Graphics Lab MLIB 010, or we’ll deliver to your department office.
- $3.99 each, 6 or more $2.99 each
- Add $3 per poster for lamination
- Sales tax will be added to cash, ATM, and credit card transactions, but not to CAFs
- Large quantity discounts available
For quantity discounts or deliveries call x4499. For more information or to see a photo of the calendar see web site.
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Organic and Grass-Fed Ground Beef Sales: College of Agriculture
The College of Agriculture is now providing Organic Grass-fed, Grass-fed and a Grain-fed variety of ground beef to the campus community. The beef was raised locally at the CSU, Chico Agriculture Teaching and Resource Center by CSU, Chico agriculture students. Orders can be made online and the beef will be delivered to your campus address or you can pick it up on-farm every Friday. Visit our web site and get your ground beef today.
Contact Kari Dodd, Research Associate of the College of Agriculture, for more information: 530-898-5921 or buybeef@gmail.com.
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Ross Szabo to Speak at Survivor Series in Laxson Tonight
Mixed drinks and mixed emotions: how many times have you seen someone openly discuss all of their emotions while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and never talk about it again? Guest speaker and author Ross Szabo addresses the ties between substance abuse and mental well-being at this evening’s FREE event 7pm - 8:30pm in Laxson Auditorium.
For more information, contact CADEC 898-6450.
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Bev Ford is Waltzing Out the Door into Retirement
We hope you can join us in honoring and celebrating Bev Ford’s 24 years of service on campus. Bev began her career in 1983 in a support staff position. Soon thereafter, she co-authored a grant to develop and implement the Employee Assistance Program for the University and the program has now been in existence for 23 years. In addition, Bev also developed and implemented the Supervisory Training Program within her department that has been a wonderful opportunity for many, many staff to expand their supervisory skills.
Bev’s Retirement Reception is scheduled for Thurs., Nov. 15, 2007 at 9am in Trinity Hall 100. A short program will begin at 9:30am.
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Department of Biological Sciences Friday Seminar
Omicron Theta Epsilon Seminar Series
Friday, Nov. 9, 2007
Reception 3:30 in Holt 189
Seminar 4:15 in Holt 170
Dr. Donald Miller, Department of Biological Sciences
California State University, Chico
“Butterflies, biscuits and betel nuts: Don Miller’s adventure in Papua New Guinea.”
The next seminar will be November 30, 2007.
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Cross Cultural Center Presents Open House Today
The Cross Cultural Center staff welcomes the campus community to an Open House today, Nov. 6, in University Center 101. The center opens at 9am, and students, faculty and staff are welcome to stop in any time.
The highlight of the day is a welcome reception at 5pm. The reception includes food, information on the center and its resources, introduction of staff and interns, and a preview of upcoming events. For more information, contact Uraci Mathews, 898-4132. The Cross Cultural Center is a program of the Student Activities Office, a division of Student Affairs.
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Campus Wellness Center "Achieve Your Goals" Forum, TODAY
The Campus Wellness Center is sponsoring “Achieve Your Goals” forum, presented by the dynamic speaker, Dr. Pat Patterson. This forum will be held on Tues., Nov. 6, 4pm - 5pm in Selvester’s Café. All faculty and staff are welcome to join us as well as students.
“Shoot for the moon, even if you miss you’ll land among the stars.” Les Brown
Have questions? Please come by MLIB 141 or contact the Campus Wellness Center, telephone 898-4697.
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North State Symphony to Perform Mahler's Monumental Second Symphony, Nov. 17 & 18
The North State Symphony, joined by two guest soloists and choral ensembles from Chico and Redding, will perform Gustav Mahler’s monumental Second Symphony.
Performances take place Sat., Nov. 17 at 7:30pm at Redding’s Cascade Theatre and Sun., Nov. 18 at 2pm at Chico’s Laxson Auditorium.
Mahler was inspired by Beethoven in writing his Second Symphony. Like Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, Mahler’s Second has a large chorus, which sings with the orchestra in the work’s finale.
Joining the North State Symphony will be the CSU, Chico University Choir, conducted by David Scholz, the Shasta College Community Chorale, and the Simpson University Chorus. Also performing are two professional vocal soloists, Elizabeth Madsen Bradford and Joyce Parry Moore.
Tickets for the Chico concert are available at the University Box Office, x6333.
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Get Your Tickets Now for Intimate Performance of Carmen
Chico State’s Opera Workshop presents an English-language, condensed version of Bizet’s opera Carmen.
Performances take place at 7:30p.m. Tues., Nov. 13 and Wed., Nov. 14 in the Performing Arts Center’s intimate Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall.
Opera Workshop’s orchestra and cast of thirty singers will bring to life the opera’s familiar tunes, including the “Toréador Song” and “Habanera.” The production will feature costumes, dramatic lighting, and simple sets and props. The opera will shine a spotlight on talented CSU, Chico voice students and also students from Pleasant Valley High School’s choir. Cast in the main roles are Molly Mahoney (Carmen) and Eric Seiler (Don Jose).
“Carmen” has bewitched audiences since its premiere in Paris in 1875 with its colorful, passionate score pulsating with Gypsy sensual rhythms, its shocking denouncements, and its sexuality powerful title character, opera’s ultimate femme fatale.
Seating is limited and buying tickets in advance is recommended. Purchase tickets at the University Box Office, x6333.
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Don't Miss Joe Alessi and the CSU, Chico Band, Nov. 8
CSU, Chico Band: New York Connection
Thurs., Nov. 8 at 7:30pm
Harlen Adams Theatre
Internationally renowned trombonist Joseph Alessi, principal trombonist with the New York Philharmonic, solos with the CSU, Chico Band. In a classic tale of local-boy-makes-good, Alessi grew up in Northern California and was a 4-time member of the California All-State Honor Band. Selections include George Washington Bridge by William Schumann.
Purchase tickets at the University Box Office, 898-6333.
More information available online.
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Chico State Theatre Dept. to Present "Natural Selection," Nov. 7-11
Theatre: Natural Selection
Wed., Nov. 7 - Sat., Nov. 10 at 7:30pm
Sat., Nov. 10 & Sun., Nov. 11 at 2pm
Wismer Theatre
We’re in the very near future and technology rules supreme and the Culture Fiesta Theme Park needs to restock the natives of the Native American Pavilion. Curator Henry Carso ventures into the wastes of North America to find a genuine Indian. Between his wife’s blogging, his son’s packed schedule at virtual school, the rain, and his Indian turning out differently than he expected, will Henry notice the world sliding towards apocalypse? Written by Eric Coble and directed by Cynthia Lammel.
Purchase tickets at the University Box Office, 898-6333.
More information available online.
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Anthropology Forum: "The 5th Forensic Conference: A Lost Tradition Resurrected," Nov. 8
Anthropology Graduate Students Kyle McCormick and Carrie Brown will be presenting this week’s Anthropology Forum, entitled, “The 5th Forensic Conference: A Lost Tradition Resurrected.” They will be discussing the Nov. 10 Forensic Conference hosted by CSU Chico. The forum will take place this Thurs., Nov. 8, at 4pm in Ayres Hall, room 120. The campus and community are welcome to attend.
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Online Faculty Seminar, Blended Inspirations: Courses with Eclectic Style
Please join the Leading Campuses International Network (LCIN) for the last online seminar of 2007.
Blended Inspirations: Courses with Eclectic Style
Tues., Nov. 13, 10am
Presenters - Linda Futch, University of Central Florida and Sherry Clouser, University of Georgia.
Description - How does one choose just the right blend of content, activities and assessment opportunities when designing a course? Do some activities work better online or in a physical classroom? There is no one answer to these questions, but there are good practice guidelines. This session briefly summarizes the strengths and challenges of blended and mixed-mode learning, and will showcase an eclectic mix of examples of effective and innovative practice from the University of Central Florida and the University of Georgia.
To register online for this session, visit the web page.
For more information about LCIN or to see the list of scheduled seminars for spring 2008, contact Laura Sederberg, x4326.
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