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Ellen Deering Endowment Fund, Call for Proposals for 2009/2010
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 2009/10 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 1, 2009.
Proposals are reviewed by the Ellen Deering Committee. Successful applicants will be notified by June 15, 2009.
For Deering Endowment Fund information and guidelines, please contact Carolyn Dusenbury.
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Study Skills Workshops This Week
The Student Learning Center is offering three study skills workshops this week on very diverse topics including APA style writing, learning styles, and math and science study strategies.
April 6 (Monday)
APA Style Workshop 4pm - 5pm
Scott Lewis
SSC 304
April 8 (Wednesday)
Know Your Learning Style 4pm - 5pm
Krystle Tonga
SSC 304
April 8 (Wednesday)
Study Skills for Math and Science 5pm - 6pm
Kayla Dennis, Brian DeWilde, Takuo Yamaki, Sai Sriram Paturi
SSC 304
Workshops are free - students can sign up in advance at the Student Learning Center (Student Services Center-3rd Floor) or by calling 898-6839. Workshop information is also available on our Web site.
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Summer Work-Study Information and Application Available Now
Departments that plan to hire students on Work-Study funds during Summer 2009: A Summer Work-Study information page and application are now available on the Financial Aid and Scholarship Office Web site, and may be downloaded from our Printable Forms. Students must be approved for Summer Work-Study prior to being paid from a Work-Study account. The application includes a section to be completed and signed by the Work-Study employer, as well as a section to be completed and signed by the student applicant. For additional information, call our office at 898-6451.
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Property Management Quarterly Tips
Does your Department want to dispose of assets that are no longer working or needed? In accordance with the State Administrative Manual and Property Management regulations, all State and Foundation assets must be disposed of through the Property Management Office. Do not think E-bay, Craigslist or the local paper — call the PMO and see how we can help you.
A big thanks to all departments for contributing to the completion of the State Capital Property Inventory within the 36 month cycle limit. We appreciate your assistance with this very important task.
Remember, if you have a University laptop computer, a copy of the Off-Campus Use of State Property form must be on file with the PMO. This includes all laptops, whether taken off Campus or if they never leave your office or department. If you have any questions, contact Jason or Erika at ext 5176.
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30% off all Spring and Easter Merchandise at the Associated Students Bookstore
This week only, the Associated Students Bookstore is offering 30% off our Spring and Easter themed merchandise. Come see what Springtime treasures and Easter goodies we have available. There is a wide assortment of candleholders, fun gift wrap, wind chimes, plush bunnies and cute duck figurines to choose from. All of our Spring merchandise is located on the first floor of the Bookstore across from the staircase, so hop on over today before it’s all gone.
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Panetta Congressional Internship Applications Due April 7
Applications are now being accepted for the fall 2009 Panetta Institute Congressional Internship. This is the best internship opportunity on the Hill. Each CSU campus sends one outstanding student leader to intern in Washington, D.C. with a member of the House of Representatives from California. All program costs are paid by the Panetta Institute.
The application is available at the Web site or in the Political Science Department (741 Butte Hall) and are due on Tues., April 7, 2009 by 4pm. Questions? Contact Professor Dwyre.
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Join the Campus Community in Pennies for Peace Fundraising
Students who have read Three Cups of Tea are asking for spare change donations to collection containers they have placed on campus. Donations will help Book in Common author Greg Mortenson build a school in Pakistan. To date, the following offices have agreed to provide space in their reception areas for donations. Look for a Pennies for Peace container in these locations:
HFA Dean, PAC 109; Accounting & Management, THMA 313; Anthropology, Butte 311; Art & Art History, Ayres 107; Communication, THMA 201; Communication Design, THMA 205; Education, THMA 101; English, TALR 209; Finance & Marketing, THMA 307; Foreign Languages, TRNT 122; History, TRNT 223; Honors, SSC 460; Kinesiology, Yolo 243; Nutrition & Food Science, Holt 123; Political Science, Butte 741; Sociology, Butte 615; Social Work, Butte 509; AS Bookstore, at registers; Financial Aid & Scholarship Office, SSC 250.
Additional collection centers are located throughout the campus.
If your office or business wishes to support this effort, contact Samantha Solorzano at fye@csuchico.edu or (530) 898-5133. This effort is sponsored by the First-Year Experience Program and the College of Humanities and Fine Arts.
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Attention: Pennies Wanted
The First Year Experience Program will be hosting a fundraiser for the Pennies for Peace Project. This fundraiser will take place on April 16 from 5pm to 8pm at T. Tea Bar & Fusion Café. 20% of the proceeds made from your purchases will be contributed directly to the Pennies for Peace fundraiser. Please bring your friends and family to enjoy everything the Tea Bar has to offer, while contributing to a great cause. For more information please contact Samantha Solorzano at fye@csuchico.edu.
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Northstate Public Radio Reaches Its Spring Drive Goal
Thanks to each and every member of the CSU, Chico Campus Community who helped Northstate Public Radio (KCHO 91.7FM, Chico & KFPR 88.9FM, Redding) celebrate its 40th Anniversary by successfully reaching its Spring Membership Drive goal of $135,000.
Over the 12-day drive, the station received over 1,200 pledges of support totaling over $110,000; funds raised ahead of time during our Silent Drive exceeded $20,000. Through our partnership with the CSU, Chico’s newly-named Gateway Science Museum (formerly the Northern California Natural History Museum), hundreds of listeners waived a standard thank-you gift and instead elected to send a child to the museum opening this fall.
Northstate Public Radio thanks all of the University and community ambassadors who visited the station during the drive as well as the scores of volunteers who helped with the phones and administrative tasks. Our greatest thanks go to each person who made a pledge of support to help the publicly-funded operation.
If you did not get a chance to make your pledge, you may reach the station at 898.5896 or you can make your pledge on-line at www.kcho.org.
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Political Science Lecturer Pool
The Department of Political Science is seeking part-time instructors to teach a variety of courses during the 2009-10 academic year. Courses are potentially available in the fields of political science, legal studies, international relations, public administration, and criminal justice. Applicants should possess at minimum a master’s degree in the area they wish to teach or in a closely related field, or a JD. Availability of particular courses is not known at this time, but applications will be kept active in the pool for one year. Review of applications will begin May 1 and continue until all positions are filled.
Applicants should submit an application for academic employment, letter of interest, and curriculum vita to tharder@csuchico.edu.
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CSU, Chico Warehouse Live Auction
The Office of Property Management at California State University, Chico, would like to invite you to our surplus property auction. Items include floor lamps, sofas, lounge chairs, lockers, desks, filing cabinets, bookshelves, chairs, tables, and much much more.
These items are cash only and payable at the time of purchase. Viewing hours are 11am to 12noon. The auction will begin promptly at 12:10pm on Tues., May 19, 2009, located at the Warehouse, 810 Oak Street, Suite 100, Chico. Be early as the auction moves fast.
At the time of purchase, you must provide a vehicle to take all items selected by 3pm. Items will not be held for later removal.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to give the Office of Property Management a call at 898-6535 or 898-6559.
Please share this information with your student assistants, your family, and friends. We look forward to seeing you at the Auction.
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Guitarist Tobin Roye to Perform with CSU, Chico Guitar Students, April 10
Classical guitarist Tobin Roye will perform with members of CSU, Chico’s Classical Guitar Ensemble in their first annual featured concert “Spanish Master’s: Past and Present.”
The program will highlight works by 17th century guitarist Gaspar Sanz, and 20th century composer, Federico Moreno Torroba. Top students in guitar performance will play solos, duos, trios, and quartets of Spanish flavored music, concluding with a spectacular finale by the full 14 member guitar ensemble.
The concert takes place at CSU,Chico, Friday, April 10 at 7:30pm in Rowland Taylor Recital Hall, located in the Performing Arts Center.
Advance tickets, at $15 adult, $13 seniors, and $6 students and children, can be purchased at the University Box Office, or by calling 530-898-6333. Add $2 for tickets purchased at the door. For disability-related accommodations please call 898-4325.
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Jazz Sax Great Dave Pietro to Join CSU, Chico's Jazz X-Press , April 9
To accommodate the hectic schedule of special guest artist Dave Pietro, CSU, Chico’s Jazz X-Press had to move its Fooling Around in April concert five days later than previously advertised to April 9.
Anyone who goes to Fooling Around in April —- Thurs., April 9 at 7:30pm in Harlen Adams Theatre - and hears Pietro’s masterful playing of the saxophone will be glad for the date change.
An internationally renowned talent, Pietro has played jazz in more than 30 countries, recorded six CDs of his own music, and performed onstage with the likes of Liza Minelli, Paul Anka, Blood Sweat & Tears, Ray Charles, Louis Bellson, Harry Connick Jr., Rosemary Clooney, and John Pizzarelli.
Pietro will perform a variety of works with the Jazz X-Press during the concert, noted Rocky Winslow, head of jazz studies at CSU, Chico.
“We’ll be doing everything from straight ahead sounds of Count Basie, Kenton, and Buddy Rich to the progressive sounds of big band jazz today, including our very own student originals,” noted Winslow.
While at CSU, Chico, Pietro will also hold clinics and workshops for the student musicians.
Also joining the Jazz X-Press and Pietro for the concert will be the Red Bluff High School Jazz Band under the direction of Tod Filpula.
Tickets: University Box Office, x6333.
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CSU, Chico Superior Ag/Tri Counties Bank Golf Classic
Spring is upon us, and in the North State, that means it is time to sign up for the CSU, Chico Superior Ag/Tri Counties Bank Golf Classic. The College of Agriculture is pleased to announce that Tri Counties Bank is the major sponsor for the 2009 Golf Classic.
The golf classic, scheduled for Monday, June 8, at Butte Creek Country Club, is the premiere fund-raising event for the College of Agriculture. This event raises more than $40,000 annually for the College of Agriculture and helps support scholarships and other student-related programs.
This popular golf classic fills up fast, and the player list is almost full, but there are still opportunities to help ensure this event is a success. Individuals and businesses choosing to sponsor the golf tournament will help the future leaders of the state’s agricultural industry and enhance visibility in the agricultural sector as well as qualify for a tax deduction. The participants represent several commodities and some of the most prominent producers and agribusiness companies in the North State. There are many different sponsorship options available. Cash donations are also welcome.
For more information visit the Web site.
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Student Services Center Celebration, April 20
The entire campus community is invited to attend the festive “Student Services Center Celebration,” on Monday, April 20 from 2pm - 5pm.
This event will feature short presentations, self-guided tours, light refreshments, entertainment, and prizes. Attendees will receive a Passport which will serve as a guide to the building. After receiving a “stamp” on each floor, attendees will be given a ticket to enter a drawing for prizes such as a Trek Allant Commuter Bicycle provided by North Rim Adventure Sports and a second generation 32 GB iPod Touch courtesy of the Associated Students and Pepsi. Drawing will take place at 4:45pm in the first floor lobby; not necessary to be present to win, one entry per person.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the Student Services Center building and the many student services it houses.
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Nursing in Vietnam and Cambodia: Many Needs and Inadequate Resources, April 8
Professor Carol Huston (Outstanding Professor) from the School of Nursing recently led a nursing delegation to Vietnam and Cambodia. She and Jessica Beattie (Nurse Practitioner from Student Health) will be giving a presentation titled Nursing in Vietnam and Cambodia: Many Needs and Inadequate Resources.
The event is Wed., April 8 at Gooney Bird Restaurant, 3312 Esplanade. Dinner begins at 6pm (order off the menu) and the presentation begins at 7pm.
There will also be information presented about the nursing honor society’s fund raiser for children in Kenya, a silent auction, and the sale of raffle tickets. The event is sponsored by Sigma Theta Tau, International Nursing Honor Society’s local chapter, Kappa Omicron.
For more information contact Janelle Gardner- 898-6428.
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Expect the Unexpected - The Campus Wellness Center
Staying safe is an important and timely issue for all of our students here at CSU, Chico. Please encourage your students to join us at the Campus Wellness Center’s forum entitled “Expect the Unexpected …Tips to Keep You Safe.”
Corrine Beck from the University Police Department is facilitating this event. This event will focus on bringing student’s attention to tips on staying safe in their everyday lives and protecting themselves from crimes. Please mention this event to your students; any support is greatly appreciated.
If you have any questions or comments please contact the Wellness Center in the Student Services Center 430, 898-4697
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When: Wed., April 8 at 4pm - 5pm
Where: Tehama 106
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Jeff Rindels at the University Art Gallery
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Jeff Rindels, Master of Fine Arts Exhibition
April 13 - 19, 2009
Thursday, April 16:
Reception, 5pm - 7pm
The University Art Gallery presents an exhibition of paintings by MFA candidate Jeff Rindels. The exhibition begins on April 13 and continues through April 19. A reception will take place at the gallery on Thurs., April 16, from 5pm - 7pm. The exhibition and reception are free and open to the public. The gallery is located in Taylor Hall, California State University Chico, at First Street between Salem and Normal streets. Regular gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 10am to 4pm, Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4pm.
This exhibition is funded by Student Instructionally Related Activities Fees.
About his work, Rindels states:
The purpose of [this] exhibition is to manipulate language while approaching the execution of the work as a common laborer would. Large un-stretched canvases prepared with house primer are stapled to [the] gallery walls utilizing proletarian materials and methods. [My goal is to] subvert linguistic forms by adding or subtracting consonants, vowels, or numbers, [and to investigate] historical and cultural meanings of words or phrases, [evoking] Dark Play and Local Truth.
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CSU, Chico Research Foundation Position Openings
The CSU, Chico Research Foundation has the following position openings:
DIRECTOR
Educational Talent Search
Open: 03/16/09
Closes: 04/06/09, 5pm
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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CSU, Chico Staff Vacancies - Week of April 6, 2009
Closing the Week of 4/6/09:
(09-0022) CUSTODIAN (Residence Hall Custodian) (One or more positions available)
UHFS
Closes: 4/6/09
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(09-0027) ASA II (Calling Center Coordinator)
CSCC/UA
Closes: 4/20/09
(09-0026) MANAGER, POST AWARD ADMINISTRATION (Administrator I)
RESP
Open until filled; application review: 4/20/09
(09-0025) AIR CONDITIONING / REFRIGERATION MECHANIC (On Campus Only)
UHFS
Closes: 4/20/09
(09-0024) ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER (Administrator I)
FCP
Open until filled; application review: 4/20/09
(09-0023) INFORMATION SECURITY MANAGER (Administrator I)
ISEC
Open until filled; application review: 4/6/09
(09-0020) ANALYST / PROGRAMMER - CAREER LEVEL
DATA
Open until filled; application review: 3/23/09
(09-0016) ANALYST/PROGRAMMER-CAREER LEVEL
EAPP
Open until filled; application review: 3/16/09
(09-0015) LVN
SHS
Open until filled; application review: 3/23/09
(09-0014) PHARMACIST I
SHS
Open until filled; application review: 3/23/09
(09-0013) CHIEF STAFF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER (Administrator III)
SHRM
Open until filled; application review: 3/9/09
(09-0012) SSP III (Residence Community Coordinator)
UHFS
Open until filled; application review: 3/16/09
(09-0011) SSP II (Assistant Residence Community Coordinator)
UHFS
Open until filled; application review: 3/16/09
(09-0006) MANAGER OF BUILDING AND MECHANICAL TRADES (Administrator I)
FMS
Open until filled; application review: 1/7/09
(09-0004) DIRECTOR OF FMS (Administrator III)
FMS
Open until filled; application review: 1/7/09
(09-0003) EXECUTIVE DEAN AND DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES PLANNING (Administrator III)
VPBF
Open until filled; application review: 1/20/09
(08-0084) DIR OF EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES/DISPUTE RESOLUTION (Admin I, II, III) (Revised)
SHRM
Open until filled; application review: 1/12/09
(08-0039) SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER-Hourly
DSS
Open until filled; application review: 6/2/08
Job announcements are on the Web site.
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Staff Professional Development Workshop: "People Skills" on April 30
People Skills provides the skills and strategies to enable individuals to work together successfully. This workshop will teach you to build upon your strengths and tap into the knowledge and skills of others. Drawing on over 25 years experience as a trainer and speaker, Tom Champoux believes that those who do not balance the relationship between people and technical skills will have difficulty succeeding in today’s fast-paced marketplace.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (hour break for lunch—not provided)
The Arroyo Room, 131 W. First Street, Chico (Next to Collier’s Hardware)
Registration Procedure:
Register for this workshop online.
1) Login using your portal user name and password
2) Click on the Course Catalog in the black menu bar across the top
3) Click on the Live Course Calendar tab and go to the appropriate month
4) Click on the workshop title on April 30 - People Skills
5) When the workshop data appears, click on the link at the bottom of the page- People Skills (Ignore the button at the top that says the session is not available).
6) Click on the Enroll button at the top of the page
7) Select the Session that you want to attend
If you have trouble registering, please e-mail USDP@csuchico.edu.
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Defensive Driver Training - Tuesday April 7
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 via e-mail. Responses 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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Defensive Driver Training, April 7
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 via e-mail. Responses 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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Intro to Excel I 2007 Workshops
Student Computing is presenting these workshops this week:
Excel I 2007
Tues., April 7
12pm - 1pm
MLIB 457
Excel I 2007
Wed., April 8
5pm - 6pm
MLIB 457
Faculty, Staff and Students are all welcome to attend. No sign-up is required - just drop-in.
The Excel I 2007 workshop is an introduction and overview of the concepts and components of worksheets and the new MS Ribbon. Workshop attendees will learn how to create, use, format and edit a worksheet. They will learn formatting functions and how to design and build simple formulas. They will also learn how to use cell references to reorganize data and will learn Excel 2007’s most common built-in functions, understand relative and absolute addressing, use and change the AutoCalculated display.
For more information about Student Computing workshops visit the STCP Workshops Web site or contact Melinda Ferris, or 898-5008.
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Meriam Library presents Workshops for Faculty
The Meriam Library is presenting one hour hands-on workshops for faculty focusing on resources or topics of importance to researchers. Come join us in our new laptop classroom, Library 226. RSVP to Dorcas Erickson, 898-6361.
April 10, 11am — Google Book Search
April 10, 1pm — Article & Journal Alerts Through Email & RSS
April 17, 11am — The Blogosphere in the Classroom
April 17, 1pm — Your What Hurts?
April 24, 11am — EndNote
April 24, 1pm — ArtSTOR
Workshop descriptions may be found at the Web site.
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