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News Release: Biologist Collaborates on Hydrocarbon Research
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 8, 2009
CONTACT: Kathleen McPartland
Tel: 530-898-4260
Gordon Wolfe, Biological Sciences
530-898-4256
Biologist Collaborates on Hydrocarbon Research
Gordon Wolfe, a professor of biological sciences at California State University, Chico, is part of a team that has been funded by the Office of Emerging Frontiers in Research and Innovation (EFRI) within the National Science Foundation to unlock the power of biocatalysts. Jacqueline V. Shanks of Iowa State University (ISU) heads the research team that includes Basil Nikolau and Tom Bobik of Iowa State and Govind Nadathur of the University of Puerto Rico, in addition to Wolfe.
Wolfe’s share of the grant is $300,000, which will fund research by graduate and undergraduate students, in addition to Wolfe.
The project, “Bioengineering a System for the Direct Production of Biological Hydrocarbons for Biofuels,” will allow researchers to explore what genes and mechanisms are behind the natural production of hydrocarbons by plants, insects and algae and how they may be successfully integrated into a host organism.
The complete news release is available online.
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News Release: CSU, Chico Receives $7.3 Million for Teacher Training at High-Need Schools
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 8, 2009
CONTACT: Joe Wills
Tel: 530-898-4143
CSU, Chico Receives $7.3 Million for Teacher Training at High-Need Schools
California State University, Chico has received a $7.3 million grant from the Department of Education to partner with high-need schools in four North State school districts to improve teaching and aid student achievement.
CSU, Chico was one of 28 universities nationally to be awarded $43 million in federal Teacher Quality Partnership grants. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan, in a news release Sept. 29, said the grants will “improve student academic achievement by strengthening teacher preparation, training and effectiveness and help school districts attract potential educators from a wide-range of professional backgrounds into the teaching profession.”
The school districts partnering with CSU, Chico’s School of Education are Cascade Union, Marysville Unified, Orland Joint Unified and Palermo Union.
The complete news release is available online.
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UPDATE: Adopt-a-Soldier Class Project Needs Items for Kids
Thank you to all who have donated to the English 462 class Adopt-a-Soldier project. One of our adopted soldiers has requested items for children (“orphans that are victims of the past wars in Iraq … we have many encounters with local children that are in need of basic necessities”). Specifically, he has requested child-sized slippers or sandals, pens, pencils, paper, crayons, any other educational supplies, and toys/games. A box for donations is available in the English Department main office (Taylor 209). Monetary donations can be made through the Web site. More info about the class assignment can also be found on the Web site. Please direct any questions to the instructor of the class, Dr. Lynn Houston.
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Look Who's On Campus Recruiting for Internships and Full Time Jobs
10/13/2009
Ernst & Young LLP - Assurance Staff (Audit)
10/14/2009
Frito-Lay - District Sales Leader Designate
Target Distribution - Operations Intern, Team Leader, Supply Chain Executive-In-Training
10/16/2009
Foster Farms - Marketing College Graduate Associate, Accounting College Graduate Trainee Program, SAP Functional Analyst, Live Production College Graduate Trainee, Service Center Analyst, Plant Operations College Graduate Trainee Program, Information Technology College Graduate Associate Program, Quality Control Supervisor
For further information visit the Career Center in Student Services Center 270 or call us at x5253.
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Sock it to Me
The Health and Community Services Department is running a sock drive for the homeless from now until Oct. 30.
Foot problems (severe fungal and bacterial infections) are the most common and persistent health problem for the homeless. Clean, dry socks are a major contributor to the prevention of foot problems and the treatment of existing foot problems. Many homeless people have inadequate footwear and do not regularly remove the footwear that they do have because they are afraid it will be stolen and they have nothing to change into. You can drop off new or gently used socks in Butte 607 or call x6661 for them to be picked on campus. If you’d like to make a donation toward the purchase of socks please write the check to CSU, Chico, Health and Community Services Department. One dollar buys one pair of socks. Thank you for your generosity.
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This Way to Sustainability V - Online Registration NOW Open
Online Registration is now open through Oct. 30, 2009.
To view the full conference schedule or to register, please visit us at the Web site.
This year we have an exciting lineup of speakers, workshops, tours, and events that you won’t want to miss.
Registration fees for This Way to Sustainability Conference V include participation in all sessions, featured keynotes, tours, and workshops (some workshops or tours may require separate registration, please see schedule for details).
Registration fees are as follows:
• Students are free. Includes all university, college, and community college students, and K-12 students with a valid student ID card or with a registered faculty member
• Faculty/Staff: $25.00 per person
• General Audience: $25.00 per person
• Speakers/Moderators: Free, pre-registration required to validate status
Note: All sessions are on a first-come, first-served basis. Pre-registration does not guarantee you a seat in all sessions so you are encouraged to arrive early as space in some sessions may be limited.
Place your nominations for the “Greenie” Award
Place your nominations for the Paul Persons Award
If you are a student and would like to become a conference volunteer please contact Deanna Dottai.
We hope to see you at this year’s conference.
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University Photography
The University Photographer of 38+ years, Jeff Teeter, will be retiring in November. Due to budgets and the hiring freeze, Academic Technologies will not be able to hire a new university photographer in the near future. Hence, university photography services will be limited by filling in with other staff or students when necessary and available. We suggest if you need photography services that you please provide us with a minimum 2 weeks advance notice. We will do the best we can to accommodate the university’s needs but again, we are limited compared to past availability and services.
To inquire or schedule a photography request at least 2 weeks in advance, please contact Mike Magrey, x6469.
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Career Center On-Campus Recruiting Calendar
The following events are geared to students in search of career employment (graduating seniors) or internships. Interested students from all majors are encouraged to take advantage of these and other services of the Career Center. Drop in hours are Monday through Friday from 1pm - 4pm or by appointment.
Week at a Glance: Oct. 12 - 16
WORKSHOPS:
Oct. 13 Winning Interview Techniques, 3pm, SSC 270
Don’t miss this opportunity to refine your interview skills! If you’re interested in making a great first impression and navigating interview questions, we can help. No need to sign up; just drop in.
INFORMATION SESSION:
Oct. 13 Target Distribution, 4pm - 5pm, SSC 270
Oct. 14 AmeriCorps VISTA, 6pm - 7pm, SSC 270
APPLICATION DEADLINES:
Oct. 13 Burnett & Company
Oct. 13 PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Oct. 14 Pepsi Bottling Group
Oct. 15 Sherwin Williams Automotive
Career Center
Student Services Center 270
898-5253
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CSU Employee Update from the Chancellor's Office
The CSU Chancellor’s Office issued an Employee Update yesterday, Oct. 7, on these topics:
• Record Number of Students Apply on First Day of Application Period
• CSU Board Chair Nominated for Ambassador Post
• CSU Campuses Garner $35 million to Improve Student Learning
For the text, go to the Web site.
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Anthropology Forum for Today
Ayres Hall, Room 120
4pm - 4:50pm
The Anthropology Forum for today: “Murder and Mayhem: Post-Soviet Mass Grave Excavations in Vilnius, Lithuania and the Ongoing Work of Rimantas Jankauskas, PhD” presented by Thomas Resk, MD Forensic Pathologist.
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5th Annual Moonlight Safety Walk
Please join President Paul Zingg, The University Public Safety Committee, and other members of the campus community for the 5th Annual Moonlight Safety Walk on Thurs., Oct. 22, 2009.
We will walk, rain or shine, so please bring an umbrella if the forecast calls for rain. As before, the group will divide into four teams, walking the campus to help identify safety hazards, including overgrown foliage, low-level lighting, and tripping dangers. Walkers will meet in the large meeting room in Selvester’s Cafe at 6:30pm for pizza and drinks, before starting the walk. The walk begins at approximately 7pm, and lasts about an hour. This is a great way to help promote a safe campus environment, and to meet other members of the campus community. Those interested in participating can RSVP with Matt Thomas. Feel free to bring any other interested parties.
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University Film Series: BLUE VINYL, Oct. 20
University Film Series
Tuesdays at 7:30pm
Ayres 106 (Little Theatre)
$3 donation appreciated
Oct. 20
Blue Vinyl
(2004, U.S.A.) 97 min.
Directed by Judith Helfand and Daniel B. Gold.
Sponsored and hosted by Mark Stemen, Environmental Studies, Geography
A detective story, an eco-activism documentary, and a rollicking comedy. Peabody Award-winning filmmaker Judith Helfand and co-director and award-winning cinematographer Daniel B. Gold set out in search of the truth about polyvinyl chloride (PVC), America’s most popular plastic. From Long Island to Louisiana to Italy, they unearth the facts about PVC and its effects on human health and the environment.
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University Film Series: CALL ME TROY, Oct. 13
University Film Series
Tuesdays at 7:30pm
Ayres 106 (Little Theatre)
$3 donation appreciated
Oct. 13
Call Me Troy
(2007, U.S.A.) 100 min. Directed by Scott Bloom.
Sponsored and hosted by Tray Robinson, Office of Diversity
A documentary about Reverend Troy Perry, founder of the Metropolitan Community Church — the first church to recognize the spiritual needs of the gay community. He was the first openly gay person to serve on the Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relations. In 1969, Perry performed the first public same-sex wedding in the U.S., and in 1970 he filed the first-ever lawsuit seeking legal recognition for same-gender marriages.
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