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News Release: Statewide Geography Conference Held at CSU, Chico
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 1, 2008
CONTACT: Joe Wills
Tel: 530-898-4143
Statewide Geography Conference Held at CSU, Chico
Approximately 300 teachers, professors and students of geography from across the state are expected at the 62nd annual conference of the California Geographical Society to be held at California State University, Chico May 2-4.
The theme of this year’s conference is “Conservation and Planning for Sustainability.” Professor Jacquelyn Chase, chair of CSU, Chico’s Department of Geography and Planning, said CSU, Chico has hosted the conference three previous times, in 1954, 1975 and 1985. Approximately 115 papers, posters or maps are expected to be presented at the conference.
Jessica Lundberg, chair of the board of Lundberg Family Farms and manager of the farm’s seed production and nursery, is keynote speaker for the conference. She will tell the story of the Richvale-based farm and the role of its “eco-positive farming methods” in the development of sustainable land use in North State and beyond.
The complete news release is available online.
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Stadium Closure for Commencement
The University Stadium is reserved for Commencement activities from Monday, May 12 through Friday, May 30. For safety reasons, the stadium is restricted to only commencement related activities during these weeks. Should you have any questions, please call Facilities Management and Services at x6222.
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2007/2008 Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG) and SMART Grant
The Financial Aid and Scholarship Office wants to share the following information with faculty. Our office has reminded students, who were awarded one of the above grants, that they will not receive the grant for this academic year if they have an incomplete grade. According to federal eligibility guidelines for sophomore-level ACG recipients and for all terms for SMART Grant recipients, a minimum GPA of 3.0 must be met. We cannot use a current GPA with pending incomplete grade(s).
Student recipients of ACG and SMART Grants, with incomplete grades, have been advised to:
Complete the needed course(s) by May 12, 2008.
Contact our office immediately once they have received a final grade(s).
Thank you.
Financial Aid and Scholarship Office
Phone: 530-898-6451
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International Forum: "An Emerald Odyssey," May 6
An Emerald Odyssey: In Search of the Gods of Golf and Ireland, presented by Paul Zingg, President, CSU, Chico.
“An Emerald Odyssey” is an exploration of Ireland through golf, and golf through Ireland. It seeks to understand the history and culture, pleasures and mysteries of a game that is rooted in memory and landscape and in a land where mythology, history, and spirituality blend powerfully and seamlessly. This talk draws upon President Zingg’s forthcoming book, An Emerald Odyssey: In Search of the Gods of Golf and Ireland (Collins Press, Cork, Ireland, May, 2008).
Tues., May 6, 5pm-5:50pm in HOLT 170.
For more information about the International Forum, please visit the Web site.
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University Film Series: 5TH ANNUAL INT'L SHORTS FEST 2008, hosted by Nanette Wylde, May 13
UNIVERSITY FILM SERIES
Tuesdays at 7:30pm in the Little Theatre (Ayres 106)
$3 donation appreciated
898-4642
MAY 13
Fifth Annual International Shorts Festival 2008 Hosted by Nanette Wylde and produced by the Electronic Arts Program, Department of Art and Art History.
This year’s program features CSU, Chico student works from the Department of Art and Art History and Applied Computer Graphics.
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3rd Annual Conversations on Diversity Achievement Awards and Reception, May 7
Announcing the Third Annual Conversations on Diversity Awards (The CODAs). The event will be hosted by Tray Robinson, Director of University Diversity Programs, CSU, Chico.
Join us as we celebrate the outstanding work of our campus community. The reception will be held May 7, 2008 in BMU 210 from 12-1; appetizers and beverages will be provided.
Contact Tray Robinson in the Office of Diversity (898-4764) for more information, hope to see you there.
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De-Stress Fest - Campus Wellness Center
The Campus Wellness Center is pleased to present our bi-annual De-Stress Fest. Here are our events:
FREE Massages, Water bottles, Snacks
Monday, May 5 and Wednesday, May 7
10am - 2pm
Location: BMU Lobby
Don’t Stress, Progress!
Learn relaxation techniques to help you stay calm before finals week.
Presented by Stephanie Chervinko, Ph.D
Tuesday, May 6, 5pm - 6pm
Location: MLIB 458
If you have any questions, please contact us at wcenter@csuchico.edu or 898-4697.
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The Department of Art & Art History's 2nd Annual Fire Sale
Come one, come all to the Department of Art & Art History’s 2nd Annual Fire Sale, Monday, May 5th from 10am - 3pm on the Ayres front lawn. There will be fabulous homemade baked goods, art department t-shirts, and strange and wondrous stuff.
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Fee Waiver Application Deadline, TODAY
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 web site, if you have questions, please e-mail feewaivers@csuchico.edu or call ext 6435.
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