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Study Skills Workshop this Week
The Student Learning Center is offering a Study Skills Workshop this week:
Feb. 26 (Tuesday) Time Management 6pm - 7pm
Rob Predosa (presenter)
Location: MLIB 226
Workshops are free - students can sign up in advance at the Student Learning Center (Meriam Library 458) or by calling 898-6839.
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New Grant Resource Center Deadlines Posted
The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs has just posted on their Web site new deadlines from the Grant Resource Center (GRC) in the areas of Health and Mental Health, Science and Engineering, Education, Human & Community Development, Arts, and Humanities. These deadlines extend to approximately the beginning of May 2008. New deadlines are posted monthly.
Check out the latest deadlines online. If you don’t find what you need, please contact Marcia Buie who will be happy to help you run a funding search through the GRC or through our other funding database, SPIN.
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Defensive Driver Training
The CSU Vehicle Use Policy requires that State employees (including student employees) complete Defensive Driver Training every four years in order to drive a State, rental, or privately-owned vehicle on State business. In an effort to meet the needs of the Campus, the Vehicle Reservations Office is offering Defensive Driver Training each week.
Employees can confirm the date of their last training by inquiring at vehicles@csuchico.edu . Reponses will typically be by return e-mail on the next business day.
Please have your California Driver License number and expiration date, and CSU, Chico employee/student ID number available at the time of the class.
Location varies by session. To view the availability of sessions, location, and to register, log into the Web Based Training (WBT) system, click on the Course Catalog menu—the workshops are posted under the EH&S tab. If you need assistance logging into the WBT system, please contact EH&S.
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Staff Employee of the Year and Distinguished Retired Staff Awards, deadline Feb. 29
Nomination forms for the 2007 Staff Employee of the Year Award, and for the 2007-08 Distinguished Retired Staff Award have been distributed on campus. Forms are also available by contacting the Staff Council office, x6156 or by visiting our Web site. Scroll down the page to information concerning both of these awards. Please read cover letter information, as well as requirements for the award. Questions regarding either award may be directed to the Staff Council office.
The submission deadline is Friday, Feb. 29 at noon. These awards will be presented at the Spring Awards Luncheon on April 24 in the BMU Auditorium.
Nominations or original, signed letters of support may be:
· Mailed to campus zip 160
· Dropped off at the Staff Council office, corner of Third and Chestnut Streets in Sierra Hall Annex, between the hours of 8am and 4:30pm.
· Items may also be left in the Staff Council drop box located in Sierra Hall—entryway.
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Ellen Deering Endowment Fund Call for Proposals for 2008/2009
In the late 1970’s, Ellen Deering established an endowment as a memorial to the C.E. Deering family. Her intent was to support research projects about the history of Northeastern California and the history of CSU, Chico, particularly the development and organization of the University Archives. Mrs. Deering required that copies of all projects funded from the Endowment be deposited in Meriam Library Special Collections.
Proposals for the 2008/09 competition should be sent to Carolyn Dusenbury/Deering Endowment Project Director/Meriam Library/CSU, Chico/Chico, CA 95929-0295.
Applications must be received by or postmarked on May 2, 2008.
Proposals are reviewed by the Ellen Deering Committee. Successful applicants will be notified by June 15, 2008.
For Deering Endowment Fund information and guidelines, please contact Carolyn Dusenbury.
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Student Employee of the Year
Nominations are being accepted for the first CSU, Chico Student Employee of the Year program. Student employees play a critical role in the successful operation of our campus and contribute immensely to our collective efforts in providing a comprehensive educational environment. This program will give you the opportunity to recognize your outstanding student employees.
During the month of April, many colleges and universities across the country recognize the importance of the student work experience during National Student Employment Week. The week of April 14 - 18, 2008, will be dedicated to recognizing and honoring our student employees with a $500 cash award presented to Student Employee of the Year. You may download the nomination forms at Associated Students web site. We would like to invite all campus departments, including auxiliaries, to participate. All nominations must be submitted to the Student Employment Office no later than March 13, 2008 at 5pm.
Please contact Steve Irving at the Student Employment Office, 5256 if you have any questions.
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Transit Center Progress: New Locations for Pick-ups and Drop-offs
The Transit Center is now partially open and the B-Line buses have begun using the area for drop-offs and pick-ups. The Student Shuttle, B-Line routes 8 and 9, stops have moved to the west side of Normal Street. (Adjacent to the 2nd and Normal parking lot, across from the PAC.) Signage will be added and restrooms will be available at the transit center after construction is complete. The roofing is composed of solar panels that will power the transit center, sidewalk and parking lot lights, as well as additional power to contribute back to the grid.
As a reminder, all students, faculty, and staff can ride the B-Line for FREE thanks to funding from the campus and Associated Students. Questions regarding the B-Line can be directed to BCAG, (530) 879-2468 or Transportation and Parking Services (TAPS).
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New CELT Grant Opportunity: One-Time Only Strategic Priority Grants
Due to Your College Dean April 1, 2008
Due to Provost’s Office April 8, 2008
CELT is pleased to offer a one-time only grant for faculty who wish to pursue activities that promote university strategic goals associated with Civic Engagement, Assessment of Student Learning, Campus Internationalization, and/or Sustainability. The purpose of these grants is to provide support for faculty travel, release time, course development and /or creation of instructional enhancements that promotes one or more of these university strategic priorities. If accepted, a final report will be required, documenting the efficacy of the funding.
Visit the CELT web site for details.
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Faculty/Staff Reception for Campus Internationalization, Feb. 27
The Campus Internationalization Communication and Networking Task Group is pleased to invite all faculty and staff with international interests to a reception on Wed., Feb. 27, 4pm - 5pm in the Humanities Center in Trinity Hall. Enjoy the opportunity to mingle with colleagues from across the University who share your interests in international research, teaching, and service. Come and share stories, ideas, and challenges as you connect and reconnect with those around you. All are welcome - those new or old to the concept of internationalization. Guitar music will be provided by Mack McCord. Refreshments will be provided.
For more information, contact Katherine Punteney at x5408.
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Sixth Annual Chico Bach Festival on March 10 and 11
The Sixth Annual Chico Bach Festival will present “The Legacy of J.S. Bach” at 7:30pm on March 10 in the Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall and at 7:30pm on March 11 in Harlen Adams Theatre.
The concert on Monday, March 10 will feature solo vocal renditions of several of Bach’s pieces accompanied by strings and harpsichord. Soprano Daun Hayes and alto Ruth Greenfield will perform Bach’s motet “Tilge, Höchster, meine Sunden”, based on Pergolesi’s “Stabat Mater”.
Also during the Monday night concert, soprano Dara Scholz and baritone Lawrence Weller will perform Bach’s famous secular cantata “Schweigt stille, plaudert nicht.” This piece, which is also known as the Coffee Cantata, features a humorous father-daughter satire about caffeine addiction.
At the Tuesday, March 11 concert the CSU, Chico A cappella Choir and Chamber Singers will present music by Bach and Mendelssohn. The Chamber Singers will open the concert with Bach’s motet “Lobet den Herrn.”
The Chamber Singers will also perform one of Bach’s most famous chorale cantatas, “Christ lag in Todesbanden” and one of Mendelssohn’s eight chorale cantatas, “Wer nur den lieben Gott lässt walten”and the beautiful accompanied motet “Grant Us Thy Peace.”
Tickets for both concerts are available at the University Box Office.
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2008 National Poetry Slam Competition, Feb. 29
This event is part of many events throughout the month of February honoring Black History Month. It will be featuring special guest emcee: Kyle Bowen, Ken Arkind, Shane Romero, Vanessa Pike, Supanova, and more who are all competing for a $200 grand prize.
Save the date: Feb. 29 in the BMU Common Grounds at 7pm. Free food and special guest slam poets.
Presented by: Late Night Chico and the Brothers of Kappa Alpha Psi Inc. Additional sponsorship provided by Associated Students Activity Fee council and the CSU, Chico Cross Cultural Leadership Center.
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Greendance Film Festival, Feb. 28-March 2
The Greendance Film Festival is hosted by California State University, Chico and the Chico Sustainability Group. The festival premiered in 2007 as the Ch*Eco Film Fest. This year we have a new name, but are hosting the same great events and more. We are excited to bring you a film extravaganza with some of the best environmental films available in 2008. These films will cover a broad range of topics related to sustainable development—the environment, social justice, and a fair and healthy economy. Some films connect our lives in the U.S. with those across the globe, others bring us inspiration for creating a better world. And others tell shocking stories that must be heard.
For more information and a schedule of events visit the web site.
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Anthropology Forum: "Dona Preta's Trek to Cachoeira: Origins and Power in Afro-Brazilian Religions"
Brian Brazeal of the Anthropology Department will be presenting this week’s Anthropology Forum entitled, “Dona Preta’s Trek to Cachoeira: Origins and Power in Afro-Brazilian Religions.” The presentation will take place this Thurs., Feb. 28 at 4pm in Ayres Hall 120. The campus and community are welcome to attend.
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CSU, Chico Staff Vacancies - Week of February 25, 2008
Closing the Week of 2/25/08:
(08-0017) ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN II
AO
Closes: 2/25/08
(08-0016) SHIPPING AND RECEIVING ASSISTANT I (On-Campus Only)
WOS
Closes: 2/25/08
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(08-0020) WEB SERVICES SUPERVISOR (PA/CS III)
(On-Campus Only)
ATEC
Closes: 3/10/08
(08-0019) FACILITIES MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
UHFS
Closes: 3/3/08
(08-0018) INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST (ITC - Career)
IRES
Closes: 3/3/08
(08-0013) OSA - CAREER LEVEL
ESYS
Closing date extended: 3/3/08
(08-0011) HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER (Administrator I)
SHR
Open until filled; application review: 2/5/08
(08-0009) HEAD RESIDENT I (ARCC)
UHFS
Open until filled; application review: 3/3/08
(08-0003) ASSISTANT REGISTRAR (Administrator I)
SRO
Open until filled; application review: 1/22/08
(08-0002) CHIEF OF POLICE (Administrator III)
VPBF / UPD
Open until filled; application review: 1/7/08
(08-0001) PHARMACIST II (10/12 or 11/12)
SHS
Open until filled; application review: 1/14/08
(07-0164) DIRECTOR OF LABOR RELATIONS (Administrator III)
VPHR
Open until filled; application review: 12/17/07
(07-0160) DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND SERVICES (Administrator III)
FMS
Open until filled; Application review: 1/7/08
(07-0154) FARM ADMINISTRATOR (Administrator I/II)
ATRC
Open until filled; Application review: 12/17/07
(07-0151) DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS (Administrator III)
ADMS
Open until filled; Application review: 1/7/08
(07-0137) DIRECTOR, PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACT SERVICES (Administrator II)
PURC
Open until filled; Application review: 11/19/07
Job announcements are online.
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CELT Workshop This Week: Universal Design for Learning (lunch provided)
Presenters: Chris Prator and Hsyuing Ward
Workshop date/time: Feb. 29
10am - 12:30pm, CE 107
Do you wish more of your students understood the concepts, information, and materials you are teaching? Are you as savvy as you would like to be about meeting the different learning styles of ALL students? Do you wish you knew more ways to take advantage of the teaching technology available today? Are you looking for innovative ways to improve your teaching skills?
Please join us for this workshop and discussion on Universal Design for Learning and its potential benefits. Participants will be invited to become members of the EnACT teaching community. Funding from EnACT allows us to offer a small stipend to each faculty member who continues to participate in EnACT activities after this UDL presentation.
You can register for this and other CELT workshops online. After entering your user name and Portal password, click on the Course Catalogue menu, click on the section entitled Professional Development, and then click the CELT link where you can view the workshop titles and enroll. If you have specific questions contact, cprator@csuchico.edu or hward@csuchico.edu.
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