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News Release: Construction Management Faculty Share Building Information Modeling Expertise
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 14, 2008
CONTACT: Kathleen McPartland
Tel: 530-898-4260
Lori Brown, Chair
Construction Management
530-898-5216
Construction Management Faculty Share Building Information Modeling Expertise
Construction Management faculty from California State University, Chico recently returned from the 44th Annual Associated Schools of Construction’s (ASC) International Conference held April 2-5 at Auburn University, Auburn, Ala., where they presented work in building information modeling (BIM).
Professor Denny Gier presented his research paper, “What Impact Does Using Building Information Modeling Have on Teaching Estimating to Construction Management Students?” Professor Willem Kymmell, who has been involved with BIM for the last five years, provided curriculum development tips.
BIM is a new technology for managing and visualizing construction projects. BIM uses 3D models of a construction project that are linked to a database containing information on the project, such as costs, quantities of material, schedules, and specifications. Gier’s research showed that applying BIM in an estimating course had a small positive effect on construction management students’ ability to learn estimating skills.
The complete news release is available onine.
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News Release: Museum Groundbreaking, Other Activities Part of 2008 Founders Week Festivities
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 14, 2008
CONTACT: Joe Wills
Tel: 530-898-4143
Museum Groundbreaking, Other Activities Part of 2008 Founders Week Festivities
The Northern California Natural History Museum groundbreaking, a tribute to Trinity Hall and many annual events highlight this year’s Founders Week events taking place April 19-27, 2008.
Founders Week is the special occasion each spring to celebrate California State University, Chico’s heritage and achievements. This year will mark the 15th annual Founders Week, though the event’s roots date back to 1909, when Charter Day was held to remember the school’s early days and memorialize founder John Bidwell and deceased faculty and staff.
Public is invited to a ceremonial celebration of groundbreaking for the Northern California Natural History Museum Thursday, April 24, at 10 a.m. on the grounds adjacent to Bidwell Mansion. There will be a short program and refreshments will be available. Speakers will include Judy Sitton, president of the board of directors, and Paul Zingg, president of CSU, Chico. Construction of the museum building is expected to be completed by summer 2009.
The complete news release is available online.
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Study Skills Workshop This Week
April 17 (Thursday)
Test Taking Strategies 3pm - 4pm Marie Gunderson (presenter)
Location: MLIB 459
Students can learn techniques and strategies to enhance test taking skills, including ways to prepare for exams, specific strategies for taking multiple choice, true-false, and essay exams, smart test-taking behaviors, and more!
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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Call for Nominations, 3rd Annual Conversations on Diversity Achievement Awards
Nomination Guidelines: Nominations can originate from any CSU, Chico faculty, staff member, student, alumni or community member. Please provide a brief rationale for your nomination, such as relevant activities that promote diversity.
Selection Process: Recipients will be selected by the Conversations on Diversity committee based on his/her/their commitment to diversity.
Presentation of Awards: Awards will be presented at the Conversations on Diversity Achievement Awards and Reception on Wed., May 7 at 12pm in BMU 210.
Deadline: Nominations must be submitted no later than Friday, April 25, 2008 to Tray Robinson - Office of Diversity - Kendall Hall 110 - zip 125. If you have any questions, contact Tray Robinson at x4764.
A complete list of the awards and last year’s recipients is available online.
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CSBC Meeting TONIGHT
Chico State Birding Club Meeting
Monday, April 14, 2008 at 5:15pm
Holt 268
In addition to regular, bird-related agenda items we will have a special presentation, “Yosemite Toads and Mountain Garter Snakes: Abundance, Distribution, and Predation with Livestock Grazing Treatments” by Julie Nelson.
Julie Nelson, a Biology graduate student, will discuss her research in the Sierra National Forest during the summer of 2007. The talk is free and open to the public. Snacks, water and sodas will be provided. There will be a free raffle for a cool bird-related item or two.
For more information, e-mail the CSBC President at tim.ruckle@sbcglobal.net or the advisor, Shelly Kirn, sakirn@csuchico.edu.
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Defensive Driver Training Tomorrow
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 and time 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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Student Organizations: Join the CCLC Advisory Board
Does your student organization need …
Free copies, printing and faxing services? How about conference rooms and office space available only for student organizations? Join the Cross Cultural Leadership Center (CCLC) Advisory Board and get those benefits & more.
Requirements: Meet every other week for 45 minutes to an hour. There is NO cost or additional time requirement. There are only two meetings left in the 2007-2008 school year, so be sure to get a representative on the board before break so your organization can receive the benefits of the NEW CCLC.
No reservations necessary, just attend on either Tuesday or Wednesday (the same information will be covered in each meeting).
Tuesday, April 15, 5:15pm in CCLC (next to Selvester’s)
or
Wednesday, April 16, 5:15pm in BMU 303
AND
Tuesday, April 29, 5:15pm in CCLC
or
Wednesday, April 30, 5:15pm in BMU 211
For more information stop by the CCLC, call 898-4101.
ADVISORS: please encourage your student groups to join.
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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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Final week: University Art Gallery Faculty Exhibition
Uncovered: the Department of Art & Art History Faculty Exhibition will continue through this Thurs., April 17 at the University Art Gallery.
Featuring works by 19 members of the CSU, Chico State Art Department faculty, this exhibition provides an exciting look at the diverse aesthetics and approaches of these accomplished artist educators. It features a wide range of media that includes ceramics, digital imaging, electronics, installation, painting, printmaking, photography and sculpture.
The University Art Gallery is located in Taylor Hall, California State University Chico. Regular gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 10am to 4pm, Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4pm. Please note: the gallery will close at 3:50 today only (Monday, April 14).
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New course for Fall: Women in American Film
English 303, Survey of American Film, will be taught in the Fall with a focus on the representation of women as subjects and objects in the history of American film. In addition, the course will offer students some historical background in Hollywood films written and/or directed by women. Readings from feminist theory and feminist film criticism, as well as from scholars in American studies, will help students analyze questions of gender, race, class, and sexuality when discussing and writing about American film and culture. The latter portion of the course will focus on defining the idea of the “chick flick,” especially through watching adaptations of novels known as “chick lit.”
Meeting times: TR 11am - 11:50am, W 7pm - 9:50pm
See the web site for more details, or email Dr. Houston at lmhouston@csuchico.edu
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CSU, Chico Wins Men's Volleyball National Championship
The CSU, Chico Men’s Volleyball Team claimed the University’s first ever NCCS National Championship on Saturday by defeating Loyola-Chicago 2-1 in the Div I-AA finals. Their victory followed on the heels of a 2-1 comeback victory over Purdue University in the semi-finals earlier in the day and a 2-0 quarterfinals defeat of Utah State to start their championship run.
Help celebrate the team’s victory on Tues., April 15 at 11am in the quad where they will be introduced by the Associated Students Government officers and the Championship plaque will be on display.
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Join the Chill Out! Webcast April 16
Last year, CSU, Chico was the first grand prize winner of the National Wildlife Federation’s Chill Out! Contest. This year, Butte College has received this top honor. Please join the sustainability programs at CSU, Chico in supporting Butte College by watching their story LIVE on the Chill Out! FREE Webcast on April 16, 2008. To find more information or to register please visit www.campuschillout.org.
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This Evening's Colloquium Will Explore the Benefits of Altruism
The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (BSS) Faculty Colloquium will honor psychologist Daniel L. Worthen, co-author, with religious studies professor Andrew M. Flescher, of “The Altruistic Species: Scientific, Philosophical, and Religious Perspectives of Human Benevolence” (Templeton Foundation Press, 2007).
The yearly event, which recognizes a BSS faculty member who has received national attention for his or her scholarship, will be held today, April 14, beginning at 6pm in the BMU Auditorium. Worthen will discuss the concept of altruism and invite the audience to consider whether human activity can ever be understood as genuinely altruistic.
The event begins with a poster session highlighting BSS faculty scholarship from 6pm to 7pm, followed by Worthen’s keynote presentation at 7pm.
Worthen has taught psychology at CSU, Chico since 2000. He earned a PhD in experimental psychology from Colorado State University in 2000, where he also received an MS and a BS in psychology. His specialization and primary research is in the area of animal learning, cognition and behavior. In addition, Worthen’s scholarly interests include the neurobiological basis of behavior, perception and consciousness; philosophical issues in psychology; and evolutionary psychology.
The colloquium is free and open to the community.
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University Film Series: SWIMMING POOL (2003, France/U.K.), hosted by Peter Hogue, April 29
University Film Series
Tuesdays at 7:30pm
Little Theatre (Ayres 106)
$3 donation appreciated
898-4642
April 29
Swimming Pool (2003, France/U.K.) 102 min. Directed by Francois Ozon. Introduced by Peter Hogue, emeritus, English.
One of Europe’s most daring and inventive writer-directors, Francois Ozon, reunites with his two favorite leading ladies, Charlotte Rampling (Under the Sand) and Ludivine Sagnier (8 Women). Sarah Morton (Rampling) is a famous British mystery author. Tired of London and seeking inspiration for her new novel, she accepts an offer from her publisher John Bosload (Charles Dance) to stay at his home in Luberon, in the South of France. It is the off-season, and Sarah finds that the beautiful country locale and unhurried pace is just the tonic for her—until late one night, when John’s indolent and insouciant French daughter Julie (Sagnier) unexpectedly arrives. Deliciously sophisticated and sexy.*
*Part of the Humanities Center’s year-long theme, “The Book.”
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Get Dirty at the Riparian Pest Plant Pull, April 18
To participate please bring your shovel, pruning tools, work gloves, and sturdy boots to the north side of Big Chico Creek on the south side of Holt Hall on Friday April 18, 2008 from 10am to 2pm. All volunteers welcome.
Sponsored by the Facilities Management and Services Department, please direct questions to Gary Vercruse at x6222 or Jillian Buckholz at x4335. Project date will be changed if rain occurs. All volunteers must sign a Waiver of Liability form and volunteers under the age of 18 must have written consent from a parent or guardian.
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Promoting Peace Through Recreation, April 16
On April 16 at 7:30pm in Ayres 120, Prof. Michael Leitner, Recreation and Parks Management, is speaking on the topic of “Promoting Peace Through Recreation.” The presentation will focus on coexistence programs in Israel that bring together Palestinians and Israelis. Prof. Leitner will speak specifically about a program he conducted in Israel with Arab and Jewish older adults, as well as two new programs he is working on with the Peres Peace Center in Israel. In addition, Prof. Leitner will share information about other recreational programs that are promoting coexistence among Israelis and Palestinians.
As an example of what activities are conducted in these programs, there will be music and dancing outside, weather permitting. In addition, the Recreation, Hospitality, and Parks Students (RHAPS) will be providing refreshments. It should be a fun and enlightening evening. The public is invited and admission is free.
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"Living with Terrorism: The Israeli Case," April 23
On April 23 at 7:30pm in Glenn 212, Bob Cottrell, Kate Transchell and Alan Gibson will be speaking on “Living with Terrorism: The Israeli Case.” The three professors were fellows in a “Foundation for the Defense of Democracy” course on terrorism in Israel. The fellows will share some of their experiences, which included interviewing terrorists in Israeli prisons. Admission is free and the public is invited.
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Diana Daniels Lecture: Art Miami 2007: A World View
The University Art Gallery presents: Diana Daniels, Associate Curator, Crocker Art Museum
Art Miami 2007: A World View
Thursday, April 24, 5pm - 6pm
Trinity 100 (Humanities Center Gallery)
Diana Daniels, this year’s Annual Student Exhibition juror, will talk about Art Miami 2007. This acclaimed international arts fair featured thousands of artworks shown by over 90 galleries, representing 17 countries. On view were cutting-edge, contemporary and master works by Western, Latin American and Asian artists.
This lecture is funded by Student Instructionally Related Activities Fees
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Student Directed One-Acts Staged April 18-20 in Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall
The annual CSU, Chico Donna Stone Breed Memorial Student Directed One-Acts will be performed in Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall and split into two different bills.
The first set of one-acts will be staged Friday, April 18 at 7:30pm and repeated Saturday April 19 at 2pm.
Dramatic presentations for Bill 1 will include David Ives’ “Long Ago and Far Away” (directed by Janya Cambronero); Shel Silverstein’s “Best Daddy” (directed by James Dugan); and an adaptation of Franz Buchner’s classic, “Woyzeck” (directed by Bret Colombo).
The second set of one-acts will be staged Saturday April 19 at 7:30pm and repeated Sunday, April 20 at 2pm.
Works for Bill 2, more comedic in nature than Bill 1, will include Rich Orloff’s “Playwriting 101” (directed by Tyler Elliott); Alison Weiss’ “Fight Dreams” (directed by Tyler Elliott); Mark O’Donnell’s “There Shall Be No Bottom” (directed by James Dugan); and the Barry Harman/Keith Herrmann musical “Romance, Romance” (directed by Sarah Cuc).
Although these one-acts vary in style, they all showcase student talent.
Each performance of the One-Acts has a separate admission. Purchase tickets at the University Box Office, 898-6333.
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Anthropology Forum: "Weaving Light in the Huichol Sierra of Mexico," April 17
Anthropology Department’s Dr. Stacy Schaefer will be presenting this week’s Anthropology Forum entitled, “Weaving Light in the Huichol Sierra of Mexico.” The forum will take place this Thurs., April 17 in Ayres Hall room 120. The campus and community are welcome to attend.
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Guitarist Tobin Roye to Perform Brazilian Daze, Spanish Knights Concert, April 16
CSU, Chico Music Department faculty member and guitarist Tobin Roye will perform a variety of sensual contemporary Brazilian waltzes and passionate Spanish classics by 19th and 20th century composers on Wed., April 16 beginning at 7:30pm in Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall.
Pieces will range in style from folkloric and imitative Brazilian composer Barrios to the blind Spanish composer Rodrigo who popularized classical guitar music. Songs written by Brazilians Bellinati and Pereira will contrast music by Spanish composers Tarrega and Turina.
The concert is a fundraiser for the CSU, Chico Guitar Program. Purchase tickets at the University Box Office, 898-6333.
More information is available online.
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North State Symphony's "Final Frontier" Concerts Presented this Weekend
North State Symphony: Final Frontier
Sat., April 19 at 7:30pm
Cascade Theatre, Redding
Sun., April 20 at 2pm
Laxson Auditorium, Chico
Sun., April 20 at 7:30pm
State Theatre, Red Bluff
Outer space — and the furthest reaches of the human imagination — are on stage with The Planets, a musical trip though the zodiac by Gustav Holst. The North State Symphony’s season finale begins with Debussy’s lovely Nocturnes, then opens a window to the future with brilliant student soloists, Chelsea Morden and Ayako Nakamura.
Purchase tickets for the Chico concert at the University Box Office, 898-6333. For Redding tickets, call 243-8877. For Red Bluff tickets call 898-5984.
More information is available online.
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CSU, Chico Research Foundation Position Announcements
The CSU, Chico Research Foundation has the following position openings:
VOLUNTEER SPECIALIST
Passages
Closes: 04/18/08
ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT
Center For Economic Development
Closes: 04/14/08
STUDENT OFFICE ASSISTANT
Center for Nutrition and Activity Promotion
Application Review Begins: 03/19/2008
STUDENT CALLER
Chico State Calling Center
Open Until Filled
Complete descriptions of responsibilities, requirements & application materials are available online or by mail: CSU, Chico Research Foundation, Building 25, CSU, Chico, Chico, CA 95929-0246, or in person: 25 Main St. Second Floor Suite 203, Chico Phone: 530-898-6811 AA/EOE
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Fee Waiver Application SUMMER/FALL 2008
The Fee Waiver Application period for the SUMMER/FALL 2008 semester is from APRIL 7, 2008 THROUGH MAY 2, 2008.
You can find information on the Program, the requirements, eligibility guidelines, the application, and other required forms online. To ensure quick processing, please obtain all required signatures and complete ALL questions on the form before delivering to the Payroll and Benefits office. Incomplete forms will be returned to the employee and approval may be delayed.
If you are eligible for fee waiver and are not using the fee waiver benefit for yourself, you may be able to transfer it to an eligible spouse, domestic partner, or dependent child who is matriculating towards a degree or teaching credential at any of the CSU campuses at greatly reduced rates.
PLEASE NOTE: All Fee Waiver Applications for the SUMMER/FALL 2008 semester must be completed and returned to the Payroll & Benefits office, Kendall Hall Room 222 NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, MAY 2, 2008. The May 2 deadline cannot be extended.
After reviewing the website, if you have questions, please e-mail feewaivers@csuchico.edu or call ext 6435.
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CSU, Chico Staff Vacancies - Week of April 14, 2008
Closing the Week of 4/14/08:
(08-0025) WORKERS’ COMPENSATION-DISABILITY PROGRAMS ASSISTANT (ASA II)
WC-DPO/SHR
Closes: 4/15/08
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
(08-0029) MAIL CLERK
WOS
Closes: 4/28/08
(08-0028) ASC I
UHFS
Closes: 4/28/08
(08-0027) ASA II
UHFS
Closes: 4/28/08
(08-0026) CUSTODIAN ELIGIBILITY LIST (3 Positions)
FMS
Closes: 4/21/08
(08-0013) OSA-CAREER LEVEL (Server Administrator)
ESYS
Open until filled; application review: 3/24/08
(08-0011) HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER (Administrator I)
SHR
Open until filled; application review: 4/7/08
(08-0009) HEAD RESIDENT I (ARCC)
UHFS
Open until filled; application review: 3/24/08
(08-0002) CHIEF OF POLICE (Administrator III)
VPBF / UPD
Open until filled; application review: 1/7/08
(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: As received
Job announcements are online.
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Breathe for Peace Workshop, Earth Day, April 22
Participate in one hour that could change your life and one hour that could change the world in a Breathe for Peace Workshop. The workshop will be held on Earth Day, Tues., April 22, from 1pm - 3pm in BMU 210.
Learn the ancient practice that has been proven to reduce stress and calm the restless mind. Will Breathe for Peace is a Zazen workshop hosted by author and lecturer M.L. Cerpok Sensei.
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