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News Release: Black Enlightenment & Success Training Series This Week
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 25, 2008
CONTACT: Joe Wills
Tel: 530-898-4143
Black Enlightenment & Success Training Series This Week
California State University, Chico’s Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity is hosting the first Black Enlightenment & Success Training (BEST) Series this week. Malcolm McLemore, president of Kappa Alpha Psi, said the purpose of the event is to focus on improving knowledge, confidence, inspiration and unity among African American students, faculty, staff and community members.
McLemore said the series got off to a very successful start last evening with a discussion of issues facing black people in today’s society.
“This is a great opportunity for students, faculty, staff and community members to gain insight about the black experience,” said CC Carter, director of cross-cultural and leadership programs.
The complete news release is available online.
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News Release: Information Sessions Scheduled for CSU, Chico Professional MBA Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 25, 2008
CONTACT: Joe Wills
Tel: 530-898-4143
Joe Picard, Continuing Education
530-898-6105
Information Sessions Scheduled for CSU, Chico Professional MBA Program
California State University, Chico College of Business and the Center for Regional and Continuing Education, in partnership with Shasta College, will host information sessions in Chico and Redding to advise potential applicants for the Professional Master of Business Administration program.
The Chico information session will be held Tuesday, April 22, 6-7:30 p.m., at the CSU, Chico Continuing Education building on the CSU, Chico campus.
The Redding information session will be held Tuesday, April 29, 6-7:30 p.m., at the Shasta College University Center, 1400 Market Street, in downtown Redding.
The complete news release is available online.
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Campus Notice: Message from the President on Passing of Judge Darrell Stevens
To: Campus community
From: Paul J. Zingg, President
It was with great shock and sadness that we learned last Wednesday that one of Chico’s leading citizens and true friends of the University, former Superior Court Judge Darrell Stevens, had passed away Tuesday afternoon. Judge Stevens was nationally recognized for his resolute, innovative approach to dealing with criminal drug cases. Butte County’s Drug Court, which he co-founded in 1995, rehabilitated almost 500 one-time drug users by the time of his retirement in 2005. CSU, Chico was one of the local institutions that Judge Stevens supported with his energy and wise counsel. He was a long-time member of our University Advisory Board and an early contributor to campus efforts to combat drug and alcohol abuse. In addition to these areas of service, he promoted the University in numerous ways, including fund-raising for KCHO and student scholarships.
All of us at the University who worked with Judge Stevens greatly appreciated the time he took to help us and the expertise he shared with us. He did this while keeping a full schedule in court and around the country helping establish programs for drug offenders and advocating the advancement of women’s health, education, and socio-economic status.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife, Kay, and their children and grandchildren. Services will be held tomorrow, March 26, at 1pm at Neighborhood Church of Chico, 2801 Notre Dame Blvd.
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KCHO/KFPR Needs Your Help
Please consider volunteering during our Spring Membership Drive. Our drive starts on April 2 and goes through April 13 and we still have 3 hour spots available. You will get to see how the station works and meet some of the folks whose voices you hear on the radio every day. We always have plenty of coffee and goodies to eat for our volunteers and a good time is usually had by all.
Please call Lollie DeYoung at 898.5896 or e-mail info@kcho.org to schedule a time that works for you.
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Tune In to the Library Channel
Do you want to keep track of what’s happening in the Meriam Library? Are you interested in new developments in information technology that affect teaching and learning? Do you need help picking out a book to read this weekend?
The Meriam Library is pleased to present The Library Channel, a blog to facilitate communication about the library, books, and information technology to the broader CSU, Chico community. The Library Channel is available off the Library ReSEARCH Station. Come back often to stay informed about your library and the world of information. We welcome discussion so please leave us your comments.
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NEW - Lamination and Foam Core Mounting at University Printing Services
In response to many customer requests, University Printing Services is pleased to now offer lamination and foam core mounting.
Lamination: All lamination is 5 mils thick and is available in a variety of standard sizes: business card; 8.5 × 11; 11 × 17; 12 × 18 or custom cut to other sizes. Lamination is most commonly used as a way to protect any sheet, photograph, poster, sign or card from spills, stains, wear and tear, and handling that degrades the quality of the item you are protecting. Lamination also stiffens the material, making it excellent for creating table top displays and hanging signs. It can also provide a surface you can write on, wipe clear and write on again.
Foam Core Mounting: We can now professionally mount your posters, flyers, photos and other printed materials up to 24” × 36.” The foam core board used for mounting is white, lightweight, yet sturdy (3/16” thick) and is ideal for all indoor mounting applications.
Please refer to our updated price sheet for pricing on our new services.
Please contact us with your questions at:
University Printing Services
Siskiyou Hall, Rm 118, x5992
Hours: M - F, 8am to 5pm
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50 Raffle Prizes Offered
Donate to Win One of 50 Raffle Prizes and Help Fight Cancer
Win a wine tasting and a night at the Sonoma Mission Inn ($500 value), or an office chair, or memberships at Chico Sports Club, golf games, Outlaw tickets, or gift certificates to Chico’s best restaurants, stores, and activities.
The University “Wildcats For A Cure” Relay For Life team is holding a raffle to raise money for the American Cancer Society’s research, patient services, and education. Tickets will be sold now until the Relay on April 26 at Pleasant Valley High. You need not be present at the Relay to win. To purchase tickets, e-mail Peggy Armocido or ask your nearest Relay For Life team member. $1 each; 6 for $5, or 15 for $10.
The Wildcat relay team also needs more members to raise money and help walk the track. Please consider helping this worthwhile cause. Your personal Web page and e-mail through the Cancer Society makes raising money easy, and you need to walk for only an hour. Contact Kathy Favor for more information.
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Campus Internationalization Online Survey
The Internationalization Faculty/Staff Development Task Force is pleased to announce that an online survey of international experiences and interests will be available on Thurs., March 27. We are asking that you’d share your international experiences, ideas, and interests. Please take a few minutes to complete this survey as the survey results will guide us in providing CSU, Chico faculty and staff exciting learning opportunities in internationalization. If you have any question regarding this survey, please contact the Task Force Chair, Hsuying Ward, Ph. D.
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Regulatory Compliance Training Begins Tomorrow
The Department of Environmental Health and Safety is sponsoring regulatory compliance training for faculty, staff and student employees in all areas of campus to include University Farm and University Housing and Food Services. Many of these training courses are required by law regardless of whether you are faculty or staff.
The training sessions will be held on March 26, 27, and Confined Space training on March 28. Please go to the EH&S web site to view courses that will be offered and to determine which session(s) you need to attend.
If you are uncertain as to which training sessions(s) you should attend please contact your supervisor. NO PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Plan to arrive early, seating is limited.
All training sessions will be held in MLIB Studio 1A.
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Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve Spring Hike Series
Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve is offering free weekly hikes throughout the Spring. More information can be obtained online.
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Conversations on Diversity, "Who Floats Your Boat?" Naming Sexual Identities," March 26
Facilitated by Dr. Liahna Gordon (Sociology) and Elizabeth Renfro (Multicultural and Gender Studies)
What is a sexual identity? Does it describe your past actions, current desires, or future decisions? Is sexual identity based on fantasy, attraction, behavior, or love? Can sexual identities even be named with any accuracy? And what are the consequences of claiming, or not claiming, a sexual identity?
Please join us in BMU 210 Wed., March 26, from noon to 1pm for our COD as we will discuss the wide range of meanings and forms of “sexual identity,” as well as the personal and political implications of alternative ways of naming sexualities.
Beverages and snacks will be provided. Please contact Tray Robinson in the Office of Diversity (898-4764) for more information.
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Mike Palecek Speaking Tonight on The Cost of Freedom
Tonight, Tues., March 25, in Plumas 102, at 6:30pm, in cooperation with the CSU, Chico Peace Institute, the Chico Peace and Justice Center will host Mike Palecek talking about his latest book, The Cost of Freedom.
“This varied and exciting collection graphically reveals the vitality and expanse of the popular movements opposing violence and criminal ventures abroad. It should inspire many more to join in these efforts to create a powerful force of concerned citizens that cannot be ignored, and that will help shape a much more hopeful and decent future.” —Noam Chomsky
This event is free and open to the public. For more information contact Tom Imhoff, Professor, Philosophy Dept.
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International Festival 2008
Applications for International Festival 2008 are available now.
International Festival is a cultural celebration sponsored by AS Multicultural Affairs Council. The 30th annual event will take place April 26, 2008 at Downtown Plaza at 11am. There will be food, music, dance and cultural art available for your enjoyment and enlightenment. This event is free and open to the community. If you are in a student organization and would like to participate by selling food or cultural items for International Festival, please complete an application and submit your deposit as early as possible; spaces are reserved on a first come, first served basis.
For more information, or if you would like to participate as a performer for International Festival please call Amber Harris 530-898-5701 or email asmulticultural@csuchico.com.
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Classic Ballet Romeo & Juliet in Laxson Auditorium April 1
Chico Performances brings the classic love story Romeo & Juliet to Laxson Auditorium April 1, 2008, performed by the nationally acclaimed Tchaikovsky Ballet & Orchestra.
Noted as one of Russia’s most distinguished ballet companies (closely linked to the world famous Bolshoi and Kirov Ballet Companies), the Tchaikovsky Ballet and Orchestra will present a classical ballet version of Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet. At 125 members strong, including a 60-piece live orchestra, this performance will fill the stage with traditional ballet, artistic sets, and hauntingly beautiful music. Returning to the Laxson stage after their highly acclaimed performance of Swan Lake, this company has earned its place as one of our worlds finest.
Tickets are: $35 Premium, $30 Adult/ Senior, $25 Student/Child
For tickets or more information please visit the web site or call (530) 898-6333
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Peru Negro's Rich Cultural Traditions Coming to Laxson Auditorium
Come see Peru Negro, a showcase of Afro-Peruvian music and cultural traditions Tonight, March 25, 2008 at 7:30pm in Laxson Auditorium courtesy of Chico Performances.
A nonstop carnival of rhythm, Peru Negro’s high-energy show utilizes bright costumes and unconventional instruments (a wooden crate, a jawbone of a donkey) to tell the story of Peru’s complex black cultural traditions. Festive and celebratory dances are interwoven with vibrant live music, recreating the folkloric history of their Peruvian ancestors. This Grammy-nominated, 20-member troupe was formed over 35 years ago, and continues to be the “Official Cultural Ambassadors of Peru.”
Tickets are $23 Premium, $18 Adult, $16 Senior, $14 Student/Child. More information on how to purchase tickets is available online or by calling (530) 898-6333.
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Late Night Chico Presents the 2nd Annual Guitar Hero Contest, April 5
Think you have what it takes? Come show off your Guitar Hero skills and compete to win some great prizes. Registration is only $5 at the door from 6pm - 7pm.
Save the date: Saturday, April 5 in the BMU Common Grounds at 7pm. Free food and a chance to win some awesome prizes.
For more information contact: Greer Shuler, Jessica Vowels, or Jenny Bucher, Aschico.com/latenight, (530)898-4172.
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School of the Arts Upcoming Events
The School of the Arts at CSU, Chico will be presenting a large number of events during the next several weeks. More information for each event listing is available online.
CSU, Chico Faculty Jazz Ensemble: Wild Cats Jazz
Fri., March 28 at 7:30pm
Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall
More information available online.
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Choral Music: “Joyous Voices”
Wed., April 2 at 7:30pm
Harlen Adams Theatre
More information available online.
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Theatre: Top Girls
Wed., April 2-Sat., April 5 at 7:30pm
Sat., April 5 & Sun., April 6 at 2pm
Wismer Theatre
More information available online.
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Jazz X-Press: That Jazz Attitude
Sat., April 5 at 7:30pm
Harlen Adams Theatre
More information available online.
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Farewell Concert for Dr. Robert Bowman: Russian Piano Favorites
Sun., April 6 at 2pm
Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall
More information available online.
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Anthropology Forum, March 27
Dr. Phil Dennis of the Anthropology Department will be presenting this week’s Anthropology Forum entitled “The Miskitu People of Nicaragua.” The forum will take place this Thurs., March 27 at 4pm in Ayres Hall Room 120. The campus and community are welcome to attend.
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Phantom Planet: Here They Come to CSU, Chico, April 6
AS Presents is proud to present Phantom Planet with Takota in the BMU Auditorium on Saturday, April 5, 2008. Doors open at 7. The performance will begin at 8pm.
Known for their ever so popular hit O.C. song “California,” Phantom Planet has emerged onto the mainstream scene as the upbeat Southern California group. With their new album Raise the Dead set to release on April 15, the band is ready to hit the road and expose their newly developed alternative rock sound.
Tickets are available at the University Box Office on 2nd and Normal. Students with a CSU, Chico ID are $12, General Admission is $15. General admission patrons without CSU, Chico ID must be 18 and over. Ticket prices will increase $3 at the door.
For more information on all AS Presents events visit the web site or call 898-6005
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2nd Annual Gospel Fest Brings the Community to the BMU
AS Presents is proud to present the 2nd Annual Gospel Fest in the BMU Auditorium on Sunday, March 30, 2008. Doors open at 2pm. The performance will begin at 2:30pm. This show will be free to the public, with donations accepted at the door.
The Gospel Fest will feature the CSU, Chico Gospel Choir, directed by Malcolm Jackson. Additional performances will include the Neighborhood Church Gospel Choir, Champions of Praise, D. Murray Singers, and the 2nd Baptist Kids of Faith. This event had a great community response in the previous year, and the energy will surely continue on for this years showcase. A live CD and DVD of the performance will be available to order at the end of the show.
For more information on all AS Presents events visit the web site or call 898-6005.
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Shidara, Japanese Taiko Drummers Return to Laxson, April 3
Back at Laxson by popular demand, the Japanese Taiko drummers of Shidara return to astound audiences with their unique and exciting performance next week on April 3 at 7:30pm. This performance is presented by Chico Performances.
A feast for the eyes as well as the ears, Shidara is an expert group of taiko drummers, dancers, and musicians dedicated to preserving the spectacular folk traditions of ancient Japan. With a plethora of drums, pipes, and stunning costumes, Shidara combines heart-pounding rhythms with theatrical flair for an evening of highly charged entertainment. With unique costumes, agile moves choreographed to the drum beats, and sound that will make your adrenaline pump, Shidara returns to Laxson for the second time in two years by popular demand.
Tickets are $23 Premium, $18 Adult, $16 Senior, $14 Student/Child. More information on how to purchase tickets is available online or by calling (530) 898-6333.
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New Director of Labor Relations
It is a pleasure to announce that Jorge Salinas has accepted the position of Director of Labor Relations at CSU, Chico and will be joining the HR staff on April 7. Jorge is currently the Senior Labor Relations Representative with the California State University Employees Union (CSUEU), headquartered in Sacramento. His collaborative approach to labor relations and his ability to form and maintain professional relationships have served him well during his seven years with CSUEU.
Jorge is a graduate of CSU, Chico and New York Law School. He has held positions with the New York State Attorney General’s Office, United States Attorney’s Office in New York, NY Office of General Counsel, and Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, NY. He is looking forward to returning to Chico, and as a member of the HR Team, to making a valuable contribution to the University and community. Please join in welcoming Jorge Salinas to campus in April.
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"The Plastic Brain: What's in it for You" Group
Gone are the days of the “hard wired” brain when it was believed we are powerless to recover from brain injuries and congenital disabilities; when we believed we are doomed to the advance of age related cognition and memory loss; or that our IQ is static. The last half of the Twentieth Century witnessed the struggle of thinkers against those beliefs and the expansion of research in the field of Brain Plasticity. The research supports understanding the brain as a dynamic, ever changing, complex web of task oriented cells ready to serve every need and desire.
Join your colleagues in a little fun and a chance to Change your Mind. To read a full description of the group, please visit the web site.
Date: Wednesdays, March 26, 2008 - April 16, 2008
Time: 12:05pm - 12:55pm
Location: Kendal 207
Facilitator: Suzanne Bills, LCSW
To register, visit the web site and enroll online. If you encounter any technical problems, please email Victor Marquez, EHS. If you would like any additional information about the group, please contact Rocio Leal, Office of Faculty and Staff Assistance & Work/Life Program, at eap@csuchico.edu or call 898-4645.
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"You and Your Aging Parents" Group
PASSAGES will be offering a five-week lunch-hour group titled “You and Your Aging Parents”. The following topics will be discussed:
- April 3: How to Find the Help They Need
- April 10: When the Diagnosis is Alzheimer’s Disease …
- April 17: Planning Ahead and Getting Things Said: Legal Issues
- May 1: Your Parent’s Health: Things to be Aware Of
- May 8: The Hardest Choice: Thinking About Out of Home Placement
Date: Thursdays, April 3 - May 8, 2008
Time: 12:05pm - 12:55pm
Location: SELV 104
Facilitator: Passages
For a full description of the group, please visit our web site.
To register, visit the web site and enroll online. If you encounter any technical problems, please email Victor Marquez, EHS. If you would like any additional information about the group, please contact Rocio Leal, Office of Faculty and Staff Assistance & Work/Life Program, at eap@csuchico.edu or call 898-4645.
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