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News Release: Liberian Author to Discuss "What Prevents Peace?"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 27, 2009
CONTACT: Kathleen McPartland
Tel: 530-898-4260
Tom Imhoff, The Peace Institute
530-898-4743

Liberian Author to Discuss “What Prevents Peace?”

The Peace Institute at California State University, Chico is presenting Marvin Davis, a human rights journalist, editor, poet and peace educator from Liberia speaking on What Prevents Peace: Understanding Psychological Conditioning. He will be speaking on Thursday, Oct. 29, 7:30 p.m., Ayres 106.

Davis is the author of the book “Brave New Child: Liberating the Children of Liberia and the World,” an account of his work with more than 3,000 children in war-torn Liberia. During the 15-year civil war, Davis had to flee Liberia to save his life after rebels killed his father.

He teaches children about the root cause of violence so they can free themselves from their prejudicial and conditioned thinking. Davis believes that no matter how conditioned children are to violent behavior (and that the children of Liberia represent severe cases), they can be liberated from that habitual mindset. He suggests that, if they can, so can all children who face conflict daily—from bullying on the playground to bullying on the battlefield.

The complete news release is available online.

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News Release: First Annual High Altitude Wind Power Conference to be Held in Northern California Nov. 5-6

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 27, 2009
CONTACT: Joe Wills
Tel: 530-898-4143
Virginia Walker, The Jamison Group
530-342-1009

First Annual High Altitude Wind Power Conference to be Held in Northern California Nov. 5-6


The first High Altitude Wind Power (HAWP) Conference was announced today by its sponsors, California State University Chico, the BayTEC Alliance and the Cleantech Innovation Center at Oroville. To be held in both Chico and Oroville on Nov. 5 and 6, the event is the world’s first conference dedicated specifically to addressing the challenges faced in the young but growing high altitude wind power industry, and will serve as a major platform for high altitude wind power professionals, academics, inventors and entrepreneurs from all over the world.

“We are delighted and excited by the successful launch of this first annual conference,” said conference chair Cristina Archer. Archer, a preeminent expert on high atmosphere power generation, is an assistant professor of energy, meteorology and environmental science at CSU, Chico, as well as a consulting assistant professor at Stanford University. “The emerging high altitude wind power industry needed a center of gravity, and we are pleased that the first global conference is anchored here in Northern California,” she said.

According to Archer, the conference is meant to allow participants to engage in a variety of discussions on the latest innovations, developments and specifications in high altitude wind power generation and distribution. Attendees can immerse themselves in two full days of presentations and case studies from local, national and international speakers, as well as interactive discussions on crucial issues.

The complete news release is available online.

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Phonebook Alternatives

Did you know that you can find everything you’re looking for and more without a paper phonebook? Visit the AS Recycling Web site to learn what all the alternatives are.

Why turn to these resources? Million of trees are cut down each year just to make new phonebooks. Then when people are done with them, it costs tax payers over $17 million each year to dispose of them. All this while several non-paper alternatives exsist. So check out the list and go paperless today!

For more information, questions, or comments, please contact:

AS Recycling, (530) 898-5033.

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EM 09-07 University Policy on Hospitality Expenses

In July President Zingg issued an updated policy on Hospitality Expenditures for the campus.

Executive Memorandum 09-07, University Policy on Hospitality Expenses, which supercedes EM 01-16, has been signed and is available for viewing on the web.

In conjunction with this policy Procurement & Contract Services has updated and refined the Hospitality Expense Approval Form (formerly the Food Expense Approval Form). The new form should be submitted when procuring ANY hospitality related items (promotional items, awards, gifts, events, meals, etc.) as defined in the policy. The new form can be downloaded from the Web site.

For additional tracking capabilities Accounting Operations has released a new account for use with hospitality expenditures. The account, 660H54, should be used on any expenditure document related to hospitality expenditures. The account number has been hardcoded into the Hospitality Expense Approval Form.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Procurement & Contract Services staff at 898-4525 or 898-5134. We would gladly assist you.

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Furlough Frenzy - A Service Opportunity for Students, Faculty and Staff

Make the most of the upcoming furlough day and help those in need. On Mon., Nov. 2, all CSU, Chico students, faculty, and staff are invited to participate in various service activities around the City of Chico. We’ll kick off Furlough Frenzy at noon and begin with a free lunch, hosted by The Door (a CSU, Chico student organization and college ministry group from Bidwell Presbyterian Church). After lunch, we’ll hit the streets of Chico. Furlough Frenzy activities will take place from 1pm - 4pm and will include cleaning the City of Chico and helping out the homeless.

The details:

When: Mon., Nov. 2 from 12pm - 4pm. A free lunch is provided from 12pm - 1pm. After lunch we’ll carpool to our service locations.

Where: Bidwell Presbyterian Church (208 West First Street)

Why: Because it’s a furlough day and we aren’t doing anything else.

RSVP: If you plan on attending, shoot an email to Dawn Clifford so we can guestimate on a head count for lunch. If you decide at the last minute to roll out of bed and show up, that’s fine too- we’ll make more food.

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Faculty Symposium - TILT: Assessment Strategies for Vista Courses

Learn how Rovane Younger of the CSU, Chico Construction Management Department has used Blackboard Vista to assess student learning.

Wed., Oct. 28
2pm - 3pm

Presenter: Rovane Younger

In this TILT session, Rovane Younger will detail the process his department has gone through to assess student learning using Blackboard Vista. His presentation will include examples of test questions, testing scenarios, setting changes and recommendations, as well as what his department hopes to accomplish in the future.

Three Ways To Attend
• Live and in person: come to MLIB 31 and participate in the audience (basement of MLIB)
• Online live: Log in via the Guest Access Link
• After The Fact - View the Archive

For more information visit TLP’s Web site or phone Laura Sederberg, x4326. Sponsored by Information Resources, Academic Technologies and the Technology and Learning Program.

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Sacramento Semester Internship Program for Spring 2010

Applications due November 6, 2009 by 4pm.

The Sacramento Semester program offers students a unique opportunity to work with members of the California legislature, the executive branch, or with political associations and lobbyists during a 4.5 month internship and seminar program. Students earn 12 upper-division units. All majors are encouraged to apply. Scholarships available from both Sacramento State and CSU, Chico.

Application information available at the Web site.

For more information see the Web site. Pick up and submit your application to the Chico State Political Science Department, 741 Butte Hall, 898-5301. Questions? Contact Professor Dwyre.

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Tri-Tip Dinner Special

A delicious meal at a great price - order your tri-tip dinner-to-go: dinner for 4 for just $35. Food prepared by Italian Guy Catering. Prepaid orders must be received by today, Oct. 27, 4pm.

Contact your Staff Council member or Joanna Alvarado. Order pickup is Thurs., Oct. 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm at Selvester’s Cafe Faculty & Staff dining room.

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Changes in the President's Office

As the seasons change, so do the faces in the Office of the President. Sue Hedrick will be retiring at the end of October. Sue was the assistant to the Chief of Staff and Executive Assistant to the President for 12 years. Sue graciously agreed to extend her retirement date to assume the Presidential Aide position and help the office through the transition. We thank Sue for her years of service to the office and her dedication to us. We will be hosting an open house for Sue in the President’s office on Oct. 29, 2009 from 1pm - 4pm. Please join us in saying goodbye and ushering her into a happy retirement.

Many of you may have noticed that we have had a new face in the office. Tami Toon joined the office on Sept. 1, 2009, as the new assistant to the Chief of Staff. Tami comes to us from the Department of English and has been on campus for 9 years. On Nov. 3, 2009, Dustin Reese will start in his new position as the Presidential Aide. Dustin previously worked as the Executive Assistant to both the Chief Executive and Chief Operations Officers at Turtle Bay in Redding. We want to welcome both Tami and Dustin and say goodbye and happy retirement to Sue.

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Retirement Celebration for Andi Beach, Oct. 28

Please join us in a retirement celebration honoring Andi Beach for 26 years of service on Wed., Oct. 28 from 1pm - 2:30pm in Kendall Hall 207/209. There will be a short presentation followed by refreshments. Andi is leaving CSU, Chico to pursue bigger adventures involving travel with her two favorite men; her husband David and her grandson Andrew - stop by and give her a big send off on this new phase of her life.

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Join Chico Performances to Welcome Daryl Hannah, Actress, Environmentalist & On the Creek Lecture Series Speaker, Nov. 6

Chico Performances and Klean Kanteen present Daryl Hannah, actress, environmentalist and On the Creek Lecture Series speaker, in a presentation entitled The Solution Revolution on Friday, Nov. 6, 2009 at 7:30pm in Laxson Auditorium.

Daryl Hannah has been committed to promoting a “low impact” lifestyle for over 20 years. Hannah was recently invited by the United Nations to address members of the Global Climate Crisis session and has spoken at the UN Global Business Conference on the environment, as well as appearing at many other national conferences. Hannah repeatedly appears on television with her sustainability focus, has hosted and produced several videos, and has written articles that teach how to be “green.”

This discussion on sustainability is sponsored by Klean Kanteen, maker of the original, reusable, stainless steel water bottle.

Tickets are $25 Premium, $20 Adult, $18 Senior, $15 Student/child.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the Web site.

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Career Center All Majors Career and Internship Fair, Nov. 4

The All Majors Career and Internship Fair is a week away. Please encourage students to attend on Wed., Nov. 4, 2009 from 10am - 2pm in the BMU auditorium. They will have access to valuable information about career and internship opportunities from business organizations and government and non-profit agencies.

Employers are looking to hire graduating seniors for career positions or undergrads for internships. A list of employers attending is available at the Web site. New employers are registering daily.

For more information contact the Career Center at 530-898-5253 or stop by Student Services Center 270.

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MFA Printmaking Exhibition: Two Views/ Two Printmakers

MFA Candidates Erin Kelly and Megan Moore juxtapose their original prints at Laxson Fine Art Gallery’s upcoming exhibition Two Views/ Two Printmakers. Erin Kelly’s prints center on her interaction with nostaligic childhood artifacts such as 33 rpm record albums. Megan Moore focuses on organic nature, and microscopic biology in her meticulous printmaking processes. Two Views/ Two Printmakers opens Thurs., Oct. 8 and will run through Nov. 13, 2009 at Laxson Fine Art Gallery in Laxson Auditorium at California State University, Chico. Gallery hours are Monday - Thursday from 11am - 4pm. Reception will be on Wed., Oct. 28, 5pm - 7pm.

Laxson Fine Art Gallery
Department of Art and Art History
College of Humanities and Fine Arts
California State University, Chico

For more information please contact CSUC Art Department, Elizabeth Newman Kuiper 530-898-5331.

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International Forum, Nov. 3

Tues., Nov. 3
5pm - 5:50pm
Tehama Hall 108

Katherine Punteney, Interim Director of Graduate and International Student Services and Asian Studies faculty member, will present “The Education of Girls in India” at the International Forum. Katherine managed international exchange programs in India for the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts from 2002 to 2006.

The International Forum is a weekly program of lectures on the CSU, Chico campus dealing with international issues. It is sponsored by the School of Graduate, International, Interdiscliplinary Studes. For more information, contact Tony Waters at 898-4145.

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Humanities Center Gallery in November: Ann Pierce, "Umbrian Corridors and Others," Nov. 5 - Dec. 16; Reception Nov. 5

Nov. 5 - Dec. 16
Ann Pierce
Umbrian Corridors and Others

Humanities Center Gallery
Trinity 100
M-F, 8am - 5pm (closed Nov. 11, 25-27)
Nov. 5 Reception 5-7pm*

Ann Pierce earned her BFA in 1953 and her MFA in 1955 from the University of Colorado in Boulder and, from 1964 to 1995, taught at CSU, Chico, where she served as chair of the Department of Art and Art History from 1980 to 1983. Before retiring in 1995, and since, she has taught many private watercolor workshops in California and Nevada; has juried competitions; and has won many awards. Pierce has been listed in Who’s Who in American Art for 20 years, and she is a member of the Springfield Art Museum’s Watercolor USA Honor Society and of the Rocky Mountain, National, and West Coast Water Color Societies. Her work has been published in professional books and magazines including Watercolor ‘89 and Splash: America’s Best Contemporary Watercolors, 1991 and can be found in numerous private collections. This exhibit includes works from Pierce’s summer 2007 visit to Italy and assorted paintings from her 50-year career.

  • The Humanities Center’s theme for this year is “Memory, Nostalgia, Ruins.”

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Upcoming Book in Common Events

The 2009 Book in Common, Steve Lopez’s The Soloist, will be augmented by a number of events taking place in the community. For more information please contact Brooks Thorlaksson, Associate Dean, CSU, Chico’s College of Humanities and Fine arts at 898-5351, or visit the Book in Common Web site.

Upcoming Book in Common Events include:

Movie “Caveman’s Valentine”
Tues., Nov. 3, at 3pm
Butte County Library, Oroville Branch
1820 Mitchell Ave., Oroville

Based on the novel by Dawes Green, this tale follows a talented piano prodigy who has become delusional and homeless. After witnessing the murder of a young boy, the man is determined to bring justice to the murders. (106 minutes; R) Please bring a non-perishable food item donation for a community food bank.

CAPE Forum:
What is our Community’s Responsibility to the Indigent Homeless in Chico?
Wed., Nov 4, at 7:30pm
Performing Arts Center 134
CSU, Chico

Forum presented by the Center for Applied and Professional Ethics at CSU, Chico featuring faculty members Cynthia Siemsen and Becky White with Serena Cervantes, subject and author of the June 25, 2009 Chico News and Review cover story on homelessness, and Brad Montgomery, executive director of the Torres Community Shelter.

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DSS and the Wellness Center Present "Got Diversity?", Oct. 28

Are you interested in learning about your culture, as well as the culture of those around you? If so attend the upcoming “Got Diversity” forum on Wed., Oct. 28 in SSC 426 from 12pm - 12:50pm - facilitated by Tray Robinson. This is a free opportunity open to all students.

Also make sure to check out the Wellness Center’s entire list of upcoming events at the Web site.

For additional information on the Wellness Center and/or upcoming events please contact the Wellness Center via telephone at 530.898.4697, come into the Student Services Building #430 or visit us on the web site.

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College of Business Executive Lecture Series Hosts Michael Polenske, Oct. 27

Tues., Oct. 27, 2009
4pm
BMU Auditorium

Wall Street investor and entrepreneur Michael Polenske will speak about his journey from Wall Street investor to Napa Valley vintner.

Polenske’s extraordinary career includes executive placements with J P Morgan, co-ownership of several posh San Francisco eateries, and the proprietorship of a world-renowned winery. His career path from CSU, Chico to Wall Street to the Napa Valley is an interesting tale of hard work, effective branding, and leveraged opportunities.

Polenske’s story will be especially compelling to students who find themselves with definite career goals and an uncertainty about how to achieve them - especially within today’s dismal job market. Polenske’s story makes anything seem possible.

Sponsored by the College of Business Executive Lecture Series, the presentation is free and open to all members of the campus community and general public.

For more information contact Dee Hoffman Wills 898-4255.

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SEASA Hosts Free Film: Talladega Nights, Oct. 28

Wed., Oct. 28
6pm - 8pm
SSKU (Siskiyou Hall) 120

SEASA (South East Asian Student Association) is hosting a free film-showing of the cult comedy about NASCAR racing, “Talladega Nights” (2006), starring Will Ferrell. Students and members of the public are invited.

For more information please contact Rebecca Vang.

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BSS Colloquium, Dec. 8

Dec. 8
5:30pm - 7:30pm
BMU Ballroom

Please mark your calendar for “The BSS Faculty Colloquium Series”. This fall we recognize Dr. Michael Perelman (Economics) for his book The Confiscation of American Prosperity: From Right-Wing Extremism and Economic Ideology to the Next Great Depression. (Michael Perelman, Palgrave MacMillan, 2007)

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S.T.O.P. Meeting, Oct. 28

S.T.O.P. (Stop Trafficking of Persons) will meet Wed., Oct. 28, at 5pm in BMU 312. Everyone welcome - activities galore.

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Wellness Center Forum on Domestic Violence Awareness: Expect the Unexpected, Oct. 28

Wed., Oct. 28
4pm - 5pm
Butte 103

The Wellness Center presents a forum on Domestic Violence Awareness titled, “Expect the Unexpected.”

The forum will include information on domestic violence; how it relates to college students, a discussion and demonstration of self defense techniques, and a survivor’s personal experiences. Safe Place, Catalyst and the University Police Department will all be participating in the forum. This is a free opportunity open to all students.

For additional information on the Wellness Center and/or upcoming events please contact the Wellness Center via telephone at 530.898.4697, come into the Student Services Building #430 or visit us on the web.

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College of ECC Lunch Bag Lecture: Catalyst Blitz Build 2010

Wed., Oct. 28
12pm - 12:50pm
O’Connell 254

College of ECC Lunch Bag Lecture
Catalyst “Blitz Build” 2010
Transitional Housing for Victims of Domestic Violence

College of ECC Traditional Winter Break
Community Service Project

Learn more about the ECC Winter Break Community Service Project and how you can get involved. We are seeking Faculty/Staff participation.

A fundraiser for the College of ECC’s “Blitz Build” housing project will be taking place Wednesday evening. The Blitz Build is a volunteer construction project (currently in the planning stages) that will help Catalyst Domestic Violence Services. Catalyst serves the Chico, Oroville & Paradise areas.

Here are the details:
Fundraiser
Wed., Oct 28
3pm - 9pm
The Grad, 344 W 8th St, Chico, CA‎ - (530) 343-2790‎

The fundraiser is to help support the Catalyst Blitz Build. Fliers will be available in Langdon 100. Bring this to the Grad and 40% of the meal purchased will be donated to the Blitz build fund. Print out the flyer and bring it to the Grad.

For more information on Catalyst, see their Web site.

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Fee Waiver Applications Due Nov. 6

The Fee Waiver Application period for the Spring 2010 semester is from OCTOBER 5, 2009 through NOVEMBER 6, 2009.

You can find information on the Program, the requirements, eligibility guidelines, the application, and other required forms at the following site. To ensure quick processing, please obtain all required signatures and complete ALL questions on the form before delivering to the Payroll and Benefits office, Kendall Hall Room 222. 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 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 Spring 2010 semester must be completed and returned to the Payroll and Benefits office, Kendall Hall Room 222, NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2009. The NOVEMBER 6 deadline CANNOT be extended. After reviewing the Web site, if you have questions, please e-mail feewaivers@csuchico.edu or call ext 5478.

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Student Computing Drop-In Workshops

Student Computing is presenting the following workshops this week:

Excel I 2007
Tues., Oct. 27
5pm - 6pm in MLIB 457

Excel I 2007
Wed., Oct. 28
12pm - 1pm in MLIB 457

The Excel I 2007 workshop is an introduction and overview of the concepts and components of worksheets. 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. This is a good opportunity for those who already know Excel basics to refresh their skills and learn how to use the Microsoft 2007 Ribbon menus.

No sign-up is required for these workshops. Faculty, staff and students are welcome to attend.

For more information about the Student Computing workshops, visit the Student Computing web site or contact Student Computing at 898-HELP.

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Disability Workshop Offered Oct. 28 and Nov. 5

Disability Awareness and Inclusion
Professional Development Workshop - Open to Faculty, Staff, and Students

Description
This presentation will provide basic disability information; provide tips for working with and creating more welcoming environment for diverse students, staff, and the public. This presentation will also provide an overview of Disability Support Services (DSS).

Instructor
Sandy Parsons
Director of Disability Support Services

Details
Oct. 28 or Nov. 5
10am - noon
MLIB Studio A

Register at: https://ehstraining.csuchico.edu/default.asp by:

1) Log in with your portal ID and password
2) Select the Course Catalog in the menu bar across the top
3) Click on Live Event Calendar on the left and select the appropriate month
4) Click on the workshop on correct date
5) Click the blue link towards the bottom of the page- DIVR - Disability Awareness and Inclusion (Ignore the message that the session is not available).
6) Click on the Enroll button directly under the workshop title at the top of the page
7) Select the Session that you want to attend and click the Submit button.

If you have trouble registering, please e-mail Tray Robinson, USDP@csuchico.edu or go to the EHS help document on the Web site.

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