Twentieth Annual Student Research Competition, Feb. 23

The local Twentieth Annual Student Research Competition will be held on Thursday, February 23, 2006.

This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your research, make professional contacts and add to your resume.

Undergraduate or graduate students currently enrolled at CSU, Chico are welcome to apply as well as alumni/alumnae who received their degrees in spring, summer or fall of 2005. Students must be nominated by a faculty mentor.

For detailed information about the application for the local competition please refer to our Web Site or visit the School of Graduate, International and Interdisciplinary Studies located in Tehama Hall, Room 209.

Archived under Opportunities on November 18, 2005

Enjoy Christmas in Laxson with Dianne Reeves. Tickets available!

WHO: Chico Performances presents
WHAT: Jazz vocalist Dianne Reeves, in a Christmas concert
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 1, 2005
TIME: at 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: in Laxson Auditorium at California State University, Chico

COST/TICKETS: Tickets are $15 for all students and children, $19 for adults, $17 for seniors, $24 for premium seating (all seating is reserved). Tickets are available at the University Box Office at the corner of 2nd and Normal Streets, or by calling 898-6333.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Celebrate the season with Dianne Reeves’ “Christmas Time is Here.” Reeves has a magic, timeless voice. Equally at home with jazz and pop, Reeves, with her trio, will be perform seasonal classics including Let it Snow, Little Drummer Boy, and the Christmas Waltz.

Archived under Events on November 18, 2005

CAPE Forum: The Role of Religion in Public Discourse: Nov. 30

Center for Applied and Professional Ethics presents:

To What Extent Should Religion Influence Political and Public Life?

Wed., Nov. 30, 7:30pm, PAC 144 (Harlen Adams Theatre)

What is the role of religion in American public discourse? What should its role be? Is there any place for fanaticism in a pluralistic, liberal state? Can or should religious faith shape secular values? Is there something offensive about having the Ten Commandments in the foyer of a courthouse? Is it okay to consider erecting an Easter Cross in Bidwell Park? Are pharmaceutical companies justified in refusing to dispense pills to which they have moral objections? Are conscientious objectors who abstain from war on religious grounds morally justified in doing so? Is there a threshold beyond which the influence of religion in public discourse becomes inappropriate? If so, where, and on what grounds?

Andrew Flescher, Department of Religious Studies (moderating)
Anthony Graybosch, Department of Philosophy
Becky White, Department of Philosophy
Bruce Grelle, Department of Religious Studies
Ari Cohn, reporter, Chico Enterprise Record

This event is free and open to the public. For information, please contact Andrew Flescher, director, CAPE, 898-5534. CAPE promotes ethical reflection about issues of concern within and outside the university.

Archived under Events on November 18, 2005

Blood Drive, Dec. 7

Staff Council will sponsor the next Blood Drive on Wed., Dec. 7, from 10:00am - 4:00pm. Stop by the BloodSource Bloodmobile near Siskiyou Hall. All participants will receive a free t-shirt. Please eat and drink plenty of fluids before arriving; you must be at least 17 years of age, in generally good health and weigh a minimum of 110 lbs. A Donor Card or Photo ID is required. Allow approximately one-hour for the donation process. We will have a limited number of appointments available, please contact the Staff Council office 898-6156 if you would like to schedule an appointment. Walk-in donors will be welcome.

Staff Council has joined forces with students of the Pre-Medical Association, who will greet donors and assist with the blood drive.

We hope to see you there.

Archived under Events on November 18, 2005

New Course Offered for the Spring in Jewish Studies

Looking for a class? Need a challenge, something interesting, or an elective course? The following course is available for spring semester:

Hebrew Bible
(Old Testament)
Rabbi Julie Hilton Danan
RELS/MJIS 303
Tuesday/Thursday 9:30-10:45am
Butte 345

Love, lust, war, revenge, fratricide, and more! It’s all here in one of history’s greatest works, a foundational text of Western Civilization. The Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) is a book of religion and morality, but also a book brimming with timeless accounts of human struggles, foibles, nobility, conflict and drama. In this class we will be introduced to the Hebrew Bible or Tanakh in English translation, with the Hebrew text available for those who wish. This class will emphasize literature, historical background, and Biblical interpretations from classical Jewish sources through modern psychological perspectives. The course includes reading and analyzing extensive portions of the classic text.

Archived under Information on November 17, 2005

New Course on Anti-Semitism Offered for the Spring in Jewish Studies

Looking for a class? Need a challenge, something interesting, or an elective course? The following course is available for spring semester:

Modern Jewish Studies 598 Special Topics Course
The Rhetoric and History of Anti-Semitism
MJS 598 Section 70 - #6771 (CSU, Chico Students)
This is an online course using Web CT
Meeting time TBA
Instructor: Professor Sam Edelman, Dir. Modern Jewish Studies

This course is a junior-senior level – graduate level course.

The goal of the course is to explore the origins of hate speech embodied in what has been called anti-Semitism. Anti-Semitism acts in many ways as the paradigmatic hate speech. The categories, forms and techniques used by the promoters of hate via anti-Semitism are the same categories, forms and techniques that are used to promote hate against women, Asians, Latinos, African Americans, Native Americans, Gays and Lesbians, immigrants and a pantheon of those viewed as the “other”.

This course will explore the rhetorical nature of antisemitism and other forms of hate speech, their origins in history, their effects throughout history and their implication for public discourse and public opinion in the political arena as well as in culture and society.

For more information email sedelman@csuchico.edu or phone 530-898-4336.

Archived under Information on November 17, 2005

University Writing Center Extended Hours

University Writing Center Offers Writing Assistance:

Monday 9 - 6
Tuesday – Thursday 9 - 5
Friday 9 - 3

Students may phone 898-5042 or e-mail OWCStudent@CSUChico.edu for an appointment.

Online Tutoring:
Monday – Thursday 7 - 10pm by appointment

Resources for student writers on the “Web Site”http://www.csuchico.edu/uwc/index.html

Archived under Information on November 17, 2005

University Film Series: "1945" continues, British documentaries, Nov. 29

UNIVERSITY FILM SERIES
898-4642 Web Site
Tuesday, Nov. 29 7:30pm Ayres 106
$3 DONATION APPRECIATED

6th in the Humanities Center Series:
“1945”—Film and the Memory of the Second World War
Introduced by Teresa Bergman, Communication Design
WARTIME MOMENTS

Throughout World War II, Britain’s greatest film poet, Humphrey Jennings, concentrated on the homefront and the ways men, women, and children lived their lives. Listen to Britain (Dir. Humphrey Jennings, Stewart McAllister. U.K. 1942. 19 min. B&W.), perhaps his most outstanding film, celebrates the perseverance of everyday behavior in the face of total war. Children perform schoolyard rituals as army trucks and tanks suddenly rumble through town.

Jennings made A Diary for Timothy (Dir. Jennings. U.K. 1945. 39 min. B&W.) late in the war, as an Allied victory seemed certain. Timothy is born on the fifth anniversary of the hostilities (September 4, 1944) and the film covers the first three months of his life.

Many members of the British Documentary Movement were critical of Jennings’ films. A picture like Target for Tonight (Dir. Harry Watt. U.K. 1941. 49 min. B&W.), which recounts the bombing of a German depot by a Royal Air Force squadron, was more to their taste.

Archived under Events on November 17, 2005

Clinical Research Study

The Student Health Center is currently conducting a Bacterial Vaginosis Study.

We are seeking female Research Volunteers who:

Are experiencing an odorous vaginal discharge
Have noticed an increased vaginal discharge
Are at least 18 or older
Are not pregnant or nursing

Qualified individuals will receive study related office visits, testing and study medication at no cost. Financial compensation will be given for participation. For additional information, or to set up an appointment, contact the Student Health Center at 898-5241 or 898-4157.

Archived under Opportunities on November 17, 2005

North to South Canoe Expedition, Nov. 19-23

If you’re tired of tubing Scotty’s run on the Sacramento River and looking for something a little more adventuresome, than this is the expedition for you. Join AO on a 40 mile river trip starting near Redding. We will paddle during the day with a watchful eye looking for the ideal riverside campsites. Enjoy the company of your fellow travelers, marvel at the scenery, and travel the river in true expeditionary style.

Cost: $69 CSUC Student; $89 General

Interested? Come on over to the Adventure Outings Desk in the BMU Lobby to sign up. Phone: (530)898-4011.

Archived under Events on November 17, 2005

Earth Month Meetings

Attention all faculty, staff, and students: you are invited to attend the Earth Month planning meetings which will be held weekly on Fridays from 9:00am to 10:00am. Our meetings for the remaining of the semester are listed below.

Friday, Nov. 18, BMU 209
Friday, Dec. 2, BMU 303
Friday, Dec. 9, BMU 209

Our theme this year is “Sustainable is Attainable!” Among our goals this year is to increase awareness about the frailty of our environment and to motivate students to take charge in caring for it. As a committee we will discuss environmental events on campus and within the community during the month of April and will provide planning assistance. All events will be promoted on an event calendar and several website links. Groups currently planning events include: AS Recycling, Environmental Affairs Council, Environmental Action & Resource Center, Environmental Ambassadors, Environmental Studies Program, and others. For general questions, please contact Hector or Barbara at 898-5033. We look forward to your participation, ideas, and events.

Archived under Information on November 17, 2005

Peace Institute Sponsors Former Intelligence Officer

The public is invited to hear David Dionisi, former U.S. military intelligence officer, speaking at the Newman Center [just south of campus on the corner of 3rd and Cherry Streets] on Wed., December 14 at 7:00pm. The Peace Institute at California State University, Chico, in cooperation with the Chico chapter of Pax Christi are sponsoring Dionisi’s visit. Dionisi’s book, American Hiroshima, covers, exposes, and explains how American foreign and economic policy drives poverty and terrorism around the world. He presents this thesis from the perspective of a former U.S. intelligence officer who has seen that military might and unilateralism is exacerbating rather than solving world problems.

Contact Tom Imhoff at 898-4742 for more information or email Imhoff at timhoff@csuchico.edu

Archived under Events on November 17, 2005

Upcoming Chico Performances Events

UPCOMING CHICO PERFORMANCES EVENTS

NOVEMBER

An Acoustic Evening with Bela Fleck and Edgar Meyer, Friday, Nov. 18
Laxson Auditorium 7:30pm

DECEMBER

Dianne Reeves: Christmas Time is Here, Thursday, Dec. 1
Laxson Auditorium 7:30 pm.m

An Evening with Joan Baez, Wednesday, Dec. 7
Laxson Auditorium 7:30 p.m.

Riders in the Sky: Christmas the Cowboy Way, Tuesday, Dec. 13
Laxson Auditorium 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are available at the University Box Office, corner of 2nd and Normal Streets, 898-6333. More information is available at the “Web Site:”http://www.chicoperformances.com

Archived under Events on November 17, 2005

KCSC Broadcasting Now

KCSC, (CSU, Chico’s student owned and operated Internet radio station), is broadcasting right now! Thanks to recent A.S. support, KCSC will be getting some new equipment that will greatly enhance your listening experience. 55-year-old KCSC is the place to discover underground music form all music genres for the student, by the student. Just visit the Web Site to begin listening to KCSC right now!

Archived under Information on November 17, 2005

2006 Poster Calendars Available

Available Now - The Academic Technologies’ 2006 Chico Poster Calendar

A perfect gift or addition to your office, this 2006 wall calendar features a beautiful photo of the CSU, Chico campus by Tony Dunn. Major holidays are listed along the bottom. To see a copy, see the Web Site

Calendars are available at the library copy center (Rapid Graphics) MLIB 204, or the Presentation Graphics Lab MLIB 010.

—17” × 23”poster, $3.99 each, 6 or more $2.99 each
—Add $2 per poster for lamination
—Sales tax will be added to cash transactions, but not to CAFs.

We’ll deliver to your campus department office!

Archived under Information on November 17, 2005

AS Bookstore Hours During Thanksgiving Break

Below are the store hours for the Associated Students Bookstore during the Thanksgiving break:

Saturday, Nov. 19 - Sunday, Nov. 20 ‹ CLOSED
Monday, Nov. 21 - Wednesday, Nov. 23 Convenience Store area ‹ 7:30am-5:00pm
Monday, Nov. 21 - Wednesday, Nov. 23 entire Bookstore ‹ 10:00am-
5:00pm
Thursday, Nov. 24h - Sunday, Nov. 27 ‹ CLOSED

We will reopen to normal business hours on Monday, November 28

Archived under Information on November 17, 2005

Paid Graphic Design Position

Graphic Designer wanted to design posters for School of the Arts music, theatre, art, and dance events. Will also be designing/producing ads and programs. Experience with Macintosh graphic design software. 12 hours per week. Portfolio and resume required. For more information stop by PAC 110, or contact J. DiMaggio, School of the Arts Publicist, 898-5739 or jdimaggio@csuchico.edu.

Archived under Opportunities on November 17, 2005

R.A.D. (Rape Aggression Defense) Women's Basic Physical Defense Workshop

CSU, Chico Police Department will be conducting a R.A.D. (Rape Aggression Defense) Women’s Basic Physical Defense Workshop

R.A.D. is a system of self-defense, designed specifically for women. It combines an extensive program of risk reduction and awareness techniques, with basic physical defense techniques, making it one of the most comprehensive workshops of its kind. The workshop is taught by CSU, Chico Police Department personnel who are certified instructors, and is the only women’s self-defense program ever to be endorsed by the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA). It is a 12-hour workshop that ends with “simulated assault scenarios,” which allows the student to utilize her newly learned skills in a safe training environment, monitored by the instructors.

The workshop is available to students, faculty and staff of CSU, Chico at no charge.

Workshop A: Nov. 29 – Dec. 1 5pm – 9pm
Workshop B: Dec. 6 – Dec. 8 5pm – 9pm

Location: Yolo Hall Rm#109
Parking available at the Nettleton Stadium Lot.

Please call (530) 898-6512 or e-mail Detective Partika (epartika@csuchico.edu) to reserve a spot. Provide your name, phone number and specify which workshop you wish to attend. More information is available at the Web Site

Archived under Events on November 17, 2005

The Chico State Ballroom Dance Club Workshop, TODAY

The BDC will have a workshop on learning to SWITCH dances during a song from 7pm to 9pm TODAY in Yolo 214. It will be an amazing workshop and I encourage everyone to come. To ensure everyone can keep up, we ask that beginners know the basic for Swing/East Coast (Triple-step), Foxtrot, Tango, Salsa & Cha-Cha. For the intermediate session we ask that you know all required for beginning and Street Hustle, Nightclub 2Step, West Coast & Lindy Hop.

If you’d like to learn the basics for the intermediate dances or brush up on your beginning steps, open lab will be held from 4:30-6:00pm, so feel free to come on down and learn some cool new dances. For any other questions, please direct them to the TAs for the classes or visit the Chico Ballroom Dance Club Web Site.

Also, Mark your calanders for Ballroom Dance Night being held the Wed. after Thanksgiving (Nov. 30) from 7-10pm in Shurmer Gymnasium. Cost is $7 student and $10. While this is not a BDC event we highly encourage everyone to attend as it is one of the high points of Ballroom dancing each semester.

I hope everyone enjoys their Thanksgiving.

Archived under Clubs, Groups & Organizations on November 17, 2005