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- Multicultural Night 2008, Oct. 29
- Conversations on Diversity, Queer Rites-Queer Rights: Marriage, Body, Self, Oct. 29
- Join Chico Performances in a Science Adventure, Mad Science Presents: CSI Live! - Nov. 9
- Free Show - Mentalist, Craig Karges, Oct. 22
- Reception for Faculty and Staff with International Interests, Oct. 27
- Fun Without Alcohol Fair, Oct. 23
- Retirement Reception for Jim Jessee, Nov. 21
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News Release: College of Business Named to Best 296 Business Schools List by Princeton Review
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 22, 2008
CONTACT: Joe Wills
Tel: 530-898-4143
Dee Hoffman-Wills,
College of Business
530-898-4255
College of Business Named to Best 296 Business Schools List by Princeton Review
California State University, Chico’s College of Business is among the best business schools in the country, according to The Princeton Review, a New York-based company known for college and career guidebooks, its test-prep courses and other education services.
Included in the just-published 2009 Edition of the Princeton Review’s Annual Best Business Schools, the CSU, Chico College of Business was cited as providing students with “a unique combination of excellent and caring professors, a well-run program, and a great environment that well serves the needs of its part-time and full-time MBA student populations.”
The review conducted a three-year survey of students at the best MBA programs in the world accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and gathered statistical information on many more in order to give readers the widest possible base of information for selecting the right business school for them. According to Robert Franek, Princeton Review vice president-publishing, “We select schools for this book based on our high regard for their academic programs and offerings, institutional data we collect from the schools, and the candid opinions of students attending them who rate and report on their campus experiences at the schools.”
The complete news release is available online.
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News Release: Splat! Annual Pumpkin Drop Oct. 30
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 22, 2008
CONTACT: Joe Wills
Tel: 530-898-4143
Splat! Annual Pumpkin Drop Oct. 30
One of California State University, Chico’s most popular seasonal traditions returns Thursday, Oct. 30, with the 21st annual Pumpkin Drop at noon on the south side of Butte Hall.
As in past years, CSU, Chico physics students will introduce Galileo Galilei’s legendary visit to the Tower of Pisa to demonstrate his Law of Falling Bodies. Galileo reputedly dropped a large ball and small ball at the same time, and when both hit the ground together, he proved his theory.
CSU, Chico students will re-enact this great moment in the history of science using pumpkins dropped from the top of seven-story Butte Hall.
The complete news release is available online.
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News Release: Educational 'Fun Without Alcohol Fair' To Be Held Tomorrow
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 22, 2008
CONTACT: Kathleen McPartland
Tel: 530-898-4260
Educational ‘Fun Without Alcohol Fair’ To Be Held Tomorrow
California State University, Chico’s 2008 Fun Without Alcohol Fair will offer more than 40 interactive booths and entertainment to approximately 1,000 area youths on the Kendall Hall lawn and adjoining areas on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 10 am until 2 pm.
This year’s theme is Bee Above the Influence—Stay Alcohol and Drug Free. The booths are set up by a variety of CSU, Chico organizations and businesses. Many booths will have a bee or stinger theme along with an interactive, educational activity. There will be pumpkin bowling, an obstacle course set up by the University Police Department and the Chico Police Department, a petting zoo and a bounce house.
Now in its 19th year, the fair is designed to promote healthy alternatives to alcohol, drug and tobacco for school-age children. The fair is free to all youth attending with their class or with a parent or guardian.
The complete news release is available online.
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News Release: New Student Services Center Wins Construction Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 22, 2008
CONTACT: Joe Wills
Tel: 530-898-4143
New Student Services Center Wins Construction Award
California State University Chico’s new Student Services Center has received the Best of 2008 Higher Education Award of Merit by California Construction magazine.
The four-story, 120,000 square-foot building, which opened this summer, was designed by BAR Architects and built by Turner Construction.
Cliff Kunkel, Turner Construction project executive, said, “We are extremely pleased to hear of this award, and to have been involved in the construction of Chico State’s Student Services Center.” Glennda Morse, CSU, Chico interim executive dean and director of Facilities Planning, said, “This is very exciting news and quite an honor to have the Student Services Center singled out for its construction. We are very proud of this new building on our campus.”
The complete news release is available online.
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Update: University's Needy Children Program - Adopt-A-Family Form
Staff Council - University’s Needy Children Program is preparing, once again, to make a magical time for some children that are in need of our help. We are asking for colleges, departments, offices, or individuals to join us in adopting a family this year.
Mon., Nov. 3 is the day that I would like to have all the forms turned in so I can work with the Butte County Social Workers and get your family information out to you before Thanksgiving week. All departments should have received the green neon information form, or you can download the form at this Web site. Send form to: Dana Francis Zip: 704.
If you have any questions you may contact Dana x4723 or Shirley x6156. Thank you so much for your remarkable gesture of giving.
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Updated: University's Needy Children Program - Opportunity Drawing
The University’s Needy Children Program is conducting their annual opportunity drawing.
Go to the Web site to check out all the wonderful prizes that were donated by our generous local merchants. You can win one of these great prizes by contacting your Staff Council representative or by contacting the Staff Council Office. Donations are 1-5 tickets $1; 6 tickets for $5; 15 tickets for $10. All money collected will go toward grocery certificates for each family that is adopted and for last minute gifts for children. You may contact the Staff Council Office for more information x6156. Ticket sales end Nov. 10 and drawing will be on Nov. 13.
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Fall 2009 Admissions
Undergraduate Programs
Due to record demand for enrollment, CSU, Chico is encouraging all prospective applicants to apply during the fall 2009 priority filing period which is October 1-November 30, 2008. Please help us spread the word as it is likely we will close to first-time freshmen on November 30. We will assess remaining open to other class levels at that time. Students who apply beginning December 1 may not be accommodated.
The major in Nursing and the option in Recording Arts are impacted at Chico. Students must submit an application by November 30 and additional criteria will apply.
All other majors are available and applicants should be aware of the admission requirements listed below.
• Freshmen: Open - May close on November 30.
• Lower-division transfers: Closed - Not accepting applications.
• Upper-division transfers: Open to upper-division transfers with 60 semester or 90 quarter units. Applicants must meet all standard CSU upper-division transfer criteria.
• Post-baccalaureate students seeking a second bachelor’s degree: Open
• Certificate Programs: Open
Please forward any questions to the Office of Admissions at 898-6322 or visit our Web site.
Graduate School
The Graduate School will accept applications for fall 2009 from October 1, 2008 to March 1, 2009 for the following:
• All master’s degree programs (except Nursing online)
• All graduate level certificate programs
• Post-baccalaureate students qualifying for a credential
All questions should be directed to the Graduate School at 898-6880.
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Transportation Demand Management Plan
As a reminder tonight at 5pm will be a public forum to discuss our Transportation Demand Management Plan process. The meeting will be held in the new Student Services Center building - room 150.
For more information please go to the Web site.
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Ford Foundation Diversity Fellowships
Applications are now being accepted for the 2009 Ford Foundation Diversity Fellowships Program for Achieving Excellence in College and University Teaching. Full eligibility information and on-line applications are available on the National Academies Web site.
Eligibility Requirements: U.S. citizen or national; Planning a career in teaching and research at the college or university level.
Stipends and Allowances:
Predoctoral — $20,000 to the fellow, institutional allowance of $2,000 for three years
Dissertation — $21,000 for one year
Postdoctoral — $40,000 for one year, $1,500 employing institution allowance, to be matched by employing institution
Awardees have expenses paid to attend one Conference of Ford Fellows.
Approximately 60 predoctoral, 35 dissertation, and 20 postdoctoral fellowships sponsored by the Ford Foundation and administered by the National Research Council of the National Academies
Application Deadline Dates:
Predoctoral: Nov. 14, 2008
Dissertation: Nov. 28, 2008
Postdoctoral: Nov. 28, 2008
For further information, contact: Fellowships Office, National Research Council of the National Academies, 500 Fifth Street, NW K576, Washington, DC 20001, Phone: (202) 334-2872, Fax: (202) 334-3419. E-mail: infofell@nas.edu.
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DHL Service
DHL no longer services the greater Northern California area. This cancellation of service is due to the company’s downsizing throughout the United States. DHL has contracted services with various shipping companies to “fill the gaps” in their delivery zones. This “gap filling” procedure has resulted in: late shipments, inability to accurately track shipments, and an increase in the number of lost shipments. In an effort to ensure the Campus Community does not experience any negative effects of this downsizing; we are requesting that individuals ordering items to be delivered to CSU, Chico please ask all vendors NOT to use DHL.
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact Shipping and Receiving at Extension 5115.
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Tom Patten Jurors "Under the Influence: Ansel Adams and His Legacy"
CSU, Chico Art Department Professor Tom Patton has been the juror for an international show of contemporary photography at Avenue 9 Gallery, “Under the Influence: Ansel Adams and His Legacy” which runs through Nov. 22.
Hours: W., Th., Sat., Noon-4pm, Fri. Noon-6pm. and Nov. l ArtfirstSaturday Artwalk extended hours 4pm - 8pm., l80 E. 9th Ave., 879-1821.
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CSU, Chico Alumni Association Facebook and LinkedIn Groups
Are you interested in networking with our CSU, Chico alums? Want to know about the events and activities of the CSU, Chico Alumni Association? Join our groups on Facebook and LinkedIn and get connected.
Both groups are called “Chico State Alumni Association” and feature our alumni association logo.
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Book in Common Speakers for your Class or Reading Group
Several people from the campus and community have volunteered to talk about a variety of issues related to Three Cups of Tea. Please check out the Book in Common Web site for information about the speakers and how to arrange for someone to come to your book club or class.
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Retirement Reception for Jim Jessee, Nov. 21
Please save the date:
Jim Jessee’s Retirement Reception
Friday, Nov. 21, 2008
2pm - 4pm
Program begins at 3pm
Student Services Center, Room 150
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Fun Without Alcohol Fair, Oct. 23
Join us with the 19th Annual Fun Without Alcohol Fair. It will be held this Thurs., Oct. 23, 2008 on Kendall Hall Lawn from 10am - 2pm. There will be interactive games, entertainment, pizza and tons more. Come join the fun.
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Reception for Faculty and Staff with International Interests, Oct. 27
The Campus Internationalization Communication and Networking task group would like to invite you to a Faculty/Staff Reception on Mon., Oct. 27 from 4pm - 5:30pm in the Study Abroad Office, Student Services Center 406.
As the focal point of the event, we will have a 10-minute presentation at 4:30pm by the College of Business and the Study Abroad office on ways in which they have collaborated to promote study abroad. The reception provides an opportunity for all faculty and staff with international interests to meet new people, share experiences, and find common interests. We hope that you will be able to join us and encourage you to bring a colleague who may not have attended any of our past events. Refreshments will be provided.
For more information contact Katherine Punteney by email or call 898-5408.
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Free Show - Mentalist, Craig Karges, Oct. 22
Tables float, minds are read, metal bends, and imaginations are challenged when the award winning mentalist Craig Karges visits BMU Common Grounds on Wed., Oct. 22 at 8pm.
It is difficult to categorize Craig Karges. What he is and what he does is often the topic of a huge debate when he walks off stage. What isn’t a mystery is Craig’s popularity on the campus market. In fact, CNN Headline News said, “Craig Karges is the king of college campus entertainment!” The National Association for Campus Activities (NACA), the nation’s largest collegiate organization for student activities, has named Craig Campus Entertainer of the Year six times. Craig has also won NACA’s Variety Performer of the Year award for a record shattering twelve consecutive years.
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Join Chico Performances in a Science Adventure, Mad Science Presents: CSI Live! - Nov. 9
Get ready to be amused and entertained by Mad Science Presents: CSI Live! at Laxson Auditorium on Nov. 9, 2008 at 2pm. The performance is a fun opportunity for all ages to participate in a thrilling science adventure, full of special effects, gripping suspense and mystery.
A crime has been committed, and it’s up to the crew from Mad Science CSI: Live! and a few hundred audience witnesses to solve it. With the help of crime-fighting technology and special effects, the CSI: Live! investigators and their trusty audience assistants smash watermelons with a bat, launch paint, and fire laser beams — all in the name of solving the crime with scientific theories. With tons of audience interaction, cool technology, thrilling special effects, and a special visit by CSI agent Gus Grissom, this adventure is sure to entertain and educate. Great for families.
Tickets are $15 adult, $13 senior, and $10 student/child and are available at the University Box Office, 2nd and Normal streets, 898-6333.
For more information, please visit the Web site.
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Conversations on Diversity, Queer Rites-Queer Rights: Marriage, Body, Self, Oct. 29
A talk (with performance) by Tim Miller, Internationally-Acclaimed Sob Performer, Founder of Performance Space 122 in NYC and Highways Performance Space in Santa Monica, CA. Miller’s creative work as a performer and writer explores the artistic, spiritual and political topography of his identity as a gay man. Since Miller and his Australian partner of thirteen years cannot get married under U.S. Federal law and get a green card, they face having to leave the U.S. when his visa runs out in 2009.
Join us for this highly stimulating and charged talk with performance excerpts about marriage equality for gay Americans, the culture wars, and queer strategies for the future. We will be meeting in BMU 210 from 12pm - 1pm on Oct. 29, 2008 and snacks will be provided.
For more information, please contact the Office of Diversity at 530-898-4764.
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Multicultural Night 2008, Oct. 29
Come see Multiculturalism with new eyes at the Associated Students Multicultural Night 2008. This event consists of dances, poems, songs and other artistic performances that represent the cultures of students on campus.
This is a free event and is on Wed., Oct. 29 at 7pm.
Any questions contact Josue Guzman at 530.898.5701 or e-mail him at asmulticultural@csuchico.edu.
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