Fall 2005 tutoring positions

The Upward Bound Projects are seeking to fill several Tutor/Advisor
positions for the Fall 2005 school term. The job duties include tutoring
program participants at their respective high schools, monitoring their
progress and maintaining accurate records of each participant. Candidates
must have a minimum G.P.A. of 2.5, a valid California Driver License and be
available to work at least one full day. If interested please contact María
Moreno at the Upward Bound Projects at 898-5181 or pick up an application in
Siskiyou Hall 102.

Archived under Opportunities on May 13, 2005

Wellness Center Internships Available

Deadline: May 18, 2005

The Campus Wellness Center is currently accepting applications for student intern positions for Fall 2005. All majors are welcome. Applications are available in MLIB 141 and the deadline is extended! Questions regarding the internship should be directed to Uraci Mathews at 898-4697.

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Graphic Design Internships Available

Graphic Designers wanted to design posters for School of the Arts music, theatre, art, and dance events. Will also be deisgning/producing ads and programs. Experience with Macintosh graphic design software (Freehand, Illustrator, PageMaker, Photoshop) helpful. Internship is for 1-3 units. For more information, contact J. DiMaggio, School of the Arts Publicist, at 898-5739 or jdimaggio@csuchico.edu.

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Public Relations Internships Available

The School of the Arts at CSU, Chico has internships available for Public Relations/Journalism/Marketing majors wanting to get experience in promotions, publicity, and public relations. Internship includes writing press releases and public service announcements, setting up photo and video shoots, initiating sponsorships/co-presents with local media, etc. For more information, contact J. DiMaggio, School of the Arts Publicist, at jdimaggio@csuchico.edu or 898-5739.

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Opportunity to Lock In Low Student Loan Interest Rates

Loan Consolidation - A Rare Opportunity to Lock In Low Student Loan Interest Rates

All Stafford Loan borrowers, even those who are not graduating, should consider consolidating their loans prior to July 1, 2005 to lock in the historically low interest rates in effect right now. Current interest rates are scheduled to increase by an estimated 2% on July 1.

Because CSU, Chico participates in the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan program, all CSU, Chico students who have borrowed Stafford loans can take advantage of in-school consolidation. That means that you can lock in the in-school rate now, even if you are not graduating. Your current loans will be fixed at the 2.88% in-school rate. If you need to borrow additional money as you go through school, you will have another chance to consolidate at graduation.

It is not recommended that you consolidate any fixed interest rate loans you may have, such as the Federal Perkins Loan. Perkins consolidation should be postponed until you graduate, when you will have a better idea of loan cancellation options that may apply to you and interest rates in effect.

For more information visit the Department of Education at Web site and select the Loan Consolidation link.

Archived under Opportunities on May 13, 2005

Winners of Student Business Plan Competition

The CSU, Chico Center for Entrepreneurship is proud to announce the winners for the Spring 2005 Student Business Plan Competition. Congratulations!

The University’s Center for Entrepreneurship gave out $10,000 in investment capital for four outstanding business proposals submitted by Chico students ready to start their own businesses.

A wide range of majors and business dreams were represented. Nineteen students submitted plans offering both products and services, covering areas such as clothing, event planning, diversity assistance, and food services. The winners were chosen by a panel of faculty and local community leaders.

The Center’s own Dr. Terry Noel will offer guidance and mentoring for the winning students, helping them achieve success in their entrepreneurial venture.

Winners

#1 Phamily Graphics: Dan Reynolds, Ben Reynolds, and Keith Hayden ($ 5,000)
#2 Hoppin’ Out Back: Mitch Laffins ($ 2,000) &
New Again Mobile Auto Detailing: Ryan Milani ($ 2,000)
#3 JB’s Soup & Salad: Jay Bakker ($ 1,000)

The Center is here to continue to offer assistance in getting your business off the ground:

Website
E-mail: (cfe@csuchico.edu)

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Have you used the BMU Computer Lab Lately?

If you haven’t used the BMU Computer Lab lately you will be pleasantly surprised. It has been updated and is ready for you to use for finals week. The BMU Computer Lab is located on the third floor of the BMU. For more information check out: Web site , or call 898-6706.

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Associated Students--Student Position

The Associated Students has the following Student Position announcement:

Programmer: Starting pay: $9.79 per hour.
Complete job requirements and mandatory AS application form available at our Website . This position is open until filled

Archived under Opportunities on May 12, 2005

New Course: Web Marketing Localization

New Course in fall 2005: Web Marketing Localization Issues:
Marketing 498 (Special Topics) By Nitish Singh
Fall 2005: MW 4.00-5:15 pm GLN 123
Prerequisite: Senior standing, MKTG 371 (formerly MKTG 171)
A unique course with American and Arab Students working in cross-national teams and learning international e-marketing issues. The course is very much applied and aims to enhance your skill set by training you in the emerging and lucrative area of web localization.

Book: The Culturallycustomized web site. Visit the Web site

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Grad Pledge

Graduating seniors make a life-long pledge for a better tomorrow!
The Associated Students is sponsoring the annual grad pledge for all graduating seniors. Come into BMU 203 to sign and receive you ribbon and card.
The pledge states that you will choose to work for a company or organization that is environmentally friendly and socially responsible.
Visit Web site for more information on the nationwide pledge.
For more information about the Chico State Grad Pledge please contact Natalie Fink at asunivaffairs@csuchico.edu or 898-5701.

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Computing & Communications Services (immediate opening)

Student Analyst
Monday - Friday (flexible hours)
20-40 hours per week

The student analyst position works in support of daily operations and special projects within the Microsoft Windows/Active Directory area of Computing and Communications Services.

Typical projects include running security scans, evaluating and interpreting results of those scans; installing test and production operating systems for desktops and servers (Windows 2003 and XP generally); monitoring production servers for adequate disk space; reviewing event and other system log files; generating and monitoring machine performance reports; participate in beta and new product testing.

Assistants are expected to be punctual, have a diligent work ethic, follow internal procedures and work independently when assigned to a project.

To find out more about this position, contact the Student Employment Office at 898-5256 or Web site .

Archived under Opportunities on May 12, 2005

JOIN THE PEACE INSTITUTE LIST SERV

THE PEACE INSTITUTE AT CSU CHICO invites you to join its new list serv.
To join visit the PEACE INSTITUTE web page at:
Web site
Hit the “join” link at the top right hand area of the window to sign up OR simply send a message from your email account to: THE-PEACE-INSTITUTE-subscribe@yahoogroups.com
Once on the list serv you can find out what is going on at the PEACE INSTITUTE and post messages to the list serv by sending them from your email account to:

THE-PEACE-INSTITUTE@yahoogroups.com

Participation in the PEACE INSTITUTE through its list serv is open to everyone, students and non-students alike. For more information contact Ron Hirschbein, PEACE INSTITUTE Director, at hirschbein@sbcglobal.net

Archived under Clubs, Groups & Organizations on May 12, 2005

JANUARY 2006 INTERSESSION IN COSTA RICA

Experience the Central American tropics and get 3 units of credit!

Environmental Literacy (ENVL 105-99), January Intersession, 2006
GE Credit (Area E)—3 units

Costa Rica, in southern Central America, is a small peaceful country with an impressive amount of its wild land protected in parks and reserves. Because of its tropical location, its diverse topography, and its position on the land bridge between North and South America, it is one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth. In a day’s travel you can go from coastal beach and mangroves to seasonally dry forest to cloud forest to lowland rainforest, and in each of these it usually is easy to see some of the characteristic wildlife.
Traveling to several sites in Costa Rica, this course will look at the dynamics of Neotropical ecosystems, the environmental effects of their alteration, and the social and economic problems involved.
Expected cost is $2300 including airfare, meals, lodging, and in-country transportation. A deposit of $200 is required by September 30, 2005.
Instructors: Dr. James Pushnik, 898-6362, jpushnik@csuchico.edu
Dr. D. J. O’Donnell, 898-4520, dodonnell@csuchico.edu

For more information, contact the instructors, Dr. Susan Place, 898-5406, or the Studies Abroad Office, 898-5412

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Ballroom Dance Club

Hello everyone!

This week, we will be holding the final dance of the Spring 2005 semester! On Friday, May 13, our Fright Night Boogie will be in Shurmer Gymnasium from 8 – 11 PM. The dance is only $2, but come dressed as your favorite horror movie character to receive $1 off admission!!! That’s $1 for 3 hours of dancing!! What a deal!

Also, prior to the dance, at 7:30 PM, we will be holding ELECTIONS for the new Ballroom Dance Club officers for Fall 2005. If you are interested in running for a position, come early and speak with one of our current officers about the details of the elections process. No experience is necessary to be in the club! For those not interested in running, please come early to support the candidates and vote for our new officers!
Hope to see you all on Friday!

The Ballroom Dance Club

Archived under Clubs, Groups & Organizations on May 12, 2005

Lost Coast Backpacking, May 23-28

Monday-Saturday, May 23-28
Too rugged to build the highway thru, the Lost Coast remains the longest stretch of protected and undeveloped coastline in California. We will hike the whole length of the King Range National Conservation Area and the Sinkyone Wilderness State Park, sometimes on the beach and sometimes on trails around impassible rocky points. Suitable for people willing to travel 6-8 miles/day with a full pack.

Cost $191 CSUC Students; $249 General

To sign up or ask questions, come to the Adventure Outings office BMU 102 in the BMU Lobby, or call (530)898-4011
AO Web site

Let the Adventure Begin!

Archived under Events on May 12, 2005

Yosemite National Park Spring Tour, May 23-28

Monday-Saturday, May 23-28
Depart from Chico with one primary objective, hike amongst some of the most infamous geological features in the world!! Your journey will take you above the valley floor, to the base of massive granite walls, and next to roaring waterfalls. Throughout this amazing experience we will follow the road less traveled and gain an understanding of the reason why people come from all over the world to visit this natural wonder.

Cost $195 CSUC Students; $254 General
To sign up or ask questions, come to the Adventure Outings office BMU 102 in the BMU Lobby, or call (530)898-4011

AO Web site

Let the Adventure Begin!

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Wilderness First Responder Course

Monday-Saturday, May 23- June 1
Designed specifically for outdoor professionals, this course provides you with the tools to make critical medical and evacuation decisions in remote locations. Half of your time will be spent completing practical skills, case studies and scenarios designed to challenge your decision making abilities. Immerse yourself in this intensive format and leave with confidence in your ability to act.
Daily 8 AM to 6 PM, with one day off.
Cost: $500

To sign up or ask questions, come to the Adventure Outings office BMU 102 in the BMU Lobby, or call (530)898-4011

AO Web site

Let the Adventure Begin!

Archived under Opportunities on May 12, 2005

FREE! Forebay Aquatic Center Open House

The Associated Students, in concert with CSU, Chico, is proud to announce an Open House event at the new Forebay Aquatic Center in Oroville. The Forebay Aquatic Center is a full service boating safety and education program offering sailing classes, youth programs, summer camps, kayaking classes, moonlight paddle excursions and several other aquatic related activities. Our rental department has canoes, kayaks and a handful of sailboats available for public use. The Open House is an all day event and will include: free equipment use, music and a portable climbing wall. Make sure that you mark your calendars because this is an occasion that you do not want to miss!

When: May 14, 2005 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Where: Located within the Thermalito North Forebay State Park off Highway 70 (Garden Drive Exit), just north of Oroville, CA. Only twenty miles south of Chico.

Contact Info: Joel Robinson, Forebay Aquatic Center, Manager (530) 624-6919; (530) 624-4686

Archived under Events on May 12, 2005

Dell Computers Available at a Discount

Chico State Faculty, Staff, and Students are now eligible to purchase Dell
computers at academically discounted prices.

Go to www.dell.com/chico for more information or contact the ComputerWorks
at x4447

Archived under Information on May 12, 2005

20% Off Professional Development Books

The AS Bookstore has 20% off all books relating to professional development,
such as: resumé books, management tools, career planning, and interview
books. You can enjoy this great deal for the entire month of May only at the
AS Bookstore, so stop by today to jump-start your future.

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Textbook Buyback, May 10-22

Turn your textbooks into cash at the AS Bookstore! Textbook Buyback will
begin Tuesday, May 10 and last through Sunday, May 22 on the second
floor of the Bookstore. While you are there, enter the Textbook Buyback
drawing to be one of 4 people to win $300 in Bookstore Gift Certificates or
one of 80 people to win $10 in movie tickets. Please see store for Buyback
hours.

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Speech and Hearing Fair, May 14

The Center for Communication Disorders invites you to attend the Speech and Hearing Fair:
Saturday, May 14, 2005
9:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
AJH-100
Please come by and bring your family to get a check on your hearing or speech concerns. There will be a variety of games, prizes, and refreshments.
This is a totally free of charge event! We look forward to your visit!

Archived under Events on May 12, 2005