Scholarship Contest for CSU, Chico Students

The Pan African Union, along with Enterprise Rent A Car and Government Affairs Activity Fee Council, is presenting the 1st annual Miss and Mister Chico State Scholarship Contest for CSU, Chico Students. There will be two grand prize winners; each will receive a scholarship in the amount of $1,000, plus the title of Miss or Mister Chico State! All interested students need to download an application at the Web Site and follow the link that says “2006 Miss and Mister Chico State Scholarship Contest”. Application Deadline is March 24.

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Meet and Greet with AS Election Candidates, March 23

AS Elections are coming! And the next month will be packed with a variety of events to help the candidates campaign. Please join us on March 23 on the Free Speech Lawn at noon for a meet and greet with the candidates. The Women’s Center will be there as well as a live band and free food! Meet your future officers and spend the afternoon with us.

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AS Presents: Poncho Sanchez, April 6

AS and SELAC present Poncho Sanchez on April 6, 7:30pm, in the BMU auditorium. Opening: Papy Chulo.

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National Student Exchange

Looking To Get Out of California? Want to Try Somewhere New?

All students looking to travel and study somewhere else in the United States now have the opportunity to do so through the National Student Exchange program. Although the regular deadline to participate in the exchange has passed, there are multiple universities still accepting CSU, Chico students for the 2006-2007 academic school year. If you are interested in traveling the United States or just getting away from California for a while, come and check out our program.

Make an appointment to meet with the NSE Coordinator today, James Luyirika-Sewagudde, Jr,
MLIB 190 (Advising & Orientation Office), 530-898-5712.

This is a chance you do not want to pass by…get out and try somewhere new with NSE.

Archived under Clubs, Groups & Organizations on March 10, 2006

Zapatista Fair Trade, Organic, Shade Grown Coffee

Zapatista Fair Trade, Organic, Shade Grown Coffee and coffee Flower Organic Honey are still part of our fund raising efforts to help the Indigenous Communities of Chiapas. Our supply is running out! If you want to participate in helping those in need this is a great opportunity to do so and enjoy a delicious cup of coffee at the same time.

We will have the coffee and the honey available at our table in the BMU on the following dates:
March 14, 16, and 21 and at the free speech area on March 23.

For more information please call Rocio Guido (530)570-6929 or (530)894-6271 or e-mail chio719@zapatista-solidarity.org

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Zapatista Solidarity Group Meetings

Zapatista Solidarity Group meeting every Monday at 5:00pm in YOLO 171. Currently seeking Executive Committee Members. Our group is open to all CSU, Chico students in all majors. Please visit, check us out, and pick up an application.

Our Group is currently organizing an upcoming event. If you think you have some talents you want to contribute to a good cause, please come see us.

For more info please contact Rocio 570-6929.

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Student Announcements Update

Student Announcements will not be published on Friday, March 17. Student Announcements will resume on Friday, March 24.

Archived under Information on March 9, 2006

Society of Women Engineers Regional Conference, March 31 - April 2

The Society of Women Engineers is hosting our Regional Conference. All CSU, Chico students are welcome to attend. To register, visit our Web Site

The conference is March 31 through April 2, and the theme is Finding Balance: Powerful Resources to Life’s Challenges. We are offering a number of workshops, tours, great food and a Career Fair.

The Career Fair is open to the public, so even if someone does not register, they can attend. The Career Fair will be held Sun., April 2, 9:30am to 1:30pm.

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Upcoming Chico Performances Events for March 2006

Keeping Dance Alive (Repertory Dance), Friday March 10 and 11 at 7:30pm
Sunday, March 12 at 2:00pm
Laxson Auditorium

Three Musketeers (Theater), Saturday, March 18
Laxson Auditorium at 7:30pm

Macbeth (Shakespeare), Sunday, March 19
Laxson Auditorium at 7:30pm

Juilliard String Quartet (Classical), Friday, March 24
Laxson Auditorium at 7:30pm

Flying Karamazov Brothers: Life, a Guide for the Perplexed (Comedic Juggling), Sunday, March 26
Laxson Auditorium at 7:30pm

Kathy Mattea (Music) Wednesday, March 29
Laxson Auditorium at 7:30pm

Barry Lopez (Environmental Author - On the Creek lecture series), Thursday, March 30
Laxson Auditorium at 730pm

More information can be found at Web Site
Tickets are available at the University Box Office at the corner of 2nd and Normal Streets or by calling 898-6333.

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4x4 Passing League and Softball

Recreational Sports still has two intramural sports that have not begun yet! 4×4 Passing League and Softball seasons will begin April 4. The Manager’s meeting, the roster, and the $25 forfeit deposit deadline is March 27. If you have any questions, please visit our Web Site or give use a call 898-5170.

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University Writing Center Hours

University Writing Center Offers Writing Assistance:

Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday 9:00am - 3:00pm

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

Online Tutoring:

Monday - Thursday 7:00pm - 10:00pm by appointment.

Resources for student writers on the Web Site

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Golden Key International Honour Society Induction Ceremony, March 25

Golden Key International Honour Society Induction Ceremony is on Saturday, March 25 at 2:00 pm in the BMU Common Grounds Coffee Shop. This is a recognition of new members; we encourage all new members to attend. If you have any questions please e-mail chico_golden_key@yahoo.com or visit our Web Site

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Keeping Dance Alive! In Laxson. Tickets still available

Chico Performances and Friends of Chico Community Ballet presents a repertory dance concert - Keeping Dance Alive! March 10-12 at 7:30pm in Laxson Auditorium at California State University, Chico.

COST/TICKETS: Tickets are $12 for all students and children, $16 for adults, $14 for seniors (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:

“Dance in Chico is very much alive and kicking.” - The Buzz

This North State extravaganza features an upbeat, energetic showcase of dance styles ranging from hip-hop to jazz to traditional ballet, tap and modern dance. The 15th annual Keeping Dance Alive! will feature exciting music, colorful costumes and innovative lighting design.

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Sign Up Now for the 2006 Annual Fun Without Alcohol Fair

Student clubs and organizations are invited to host booths at the 17th Annual Fun Without Alcohol Fair on Thurs., April 27, from 10:00am - 2:00pm.

This fun-filled event, sponsored by the Campus Alcohol and Drug Education Center (CADEC), teaches local elementary school students healthy alternatives to alcohol and drug use via interactive booths, games, and great activities.

This year’s theme is “Be Cool: Alcohol & Drug Free!” Groups are encouraged to incorporate this theme into their booths, and prizes will be awarded to groups with the most creative and imaginative ideas.

This is a cool opportunity to be a positive influence in the lives of young people. Applications and guidelines are available at the Web Site Applications are due at the CADEC office, corner of Second and Cherry Streets, by April 3. For more information, call CADEC at 898-6450.

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Grant Opportunity for Undergraduate Students: Round Two

There is now a Round Two for submissions for the spring 2006 Undergraduate Awards for Research & Creativity.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS is MARCH 30, 2006, 5:00pm.

The entire spring allocation was not awarded in Round One; therefore dollars are again available for the spring cycle.
 
These awards were created to support undergraduate students working closely with individual faculty members on student-designed projects and to assist the faculty in providing students with special innovative learning opportunities.
 
•     Spring awards of up to $500 each are available to undergraduates (including graduating seniors). Spring awards must be used to defray expenses; they are not a salary and cannot be given as a stipend.
•     A cumulative GPA of 3.25 or above is required.
 
Interested undergraduate students are encouraged to apply. Applications are available on the Honors Program door, OCNL 236. Pick up an application and review it before contacting Barbara Brautigam (898-5749) or Dr. Andrea Lerner (898-4767) with any questions you have prior to submitting your application.

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University Film Series: BROTHER TO BROTHER, hosted by Tracy Butts, March 28

University Film Series
March 28
7:30 pm, Ayres 106
$3 donation suggested
898-4642

Brother To Brother (2004), hosted by Tracy Butts, Department of English

90 min. Directed and written by Rodney Evans, U.S.A. With Anthony Mackie, Roger Robinson, Larry Gilliard, Jr., Aunjanue Ellis. Sundance Film Festival: Special Jury Prize. Outfest 2004: OUTstanding American Narrative Feature, OUTstanding Actor in a Feature Film, Audience Award—OUTstanding Narrative Feature. Frameline 28: Audience: Award for Best Feature. NewFest 2004: Showtime Vanguard Award. Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival: Best Fiction Film. Philadelphia International Gay & Lesbian Film Festival: Best Feature Film

This drama invokes the glory days of the Harlem Renaissance through the memories of Bruce Nugent, who—along with Langston Hughes, Zora Neale Hurston and Wallace Thurman—co-founded the revolutionary literary journal Fire!!. As an elderly man, Nugent meets a young black gay artist struggling to find his voice and together they embark on a surreal narrative journey through his inspiring past.

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Special Bookstore Hours for March

The following are exceptions to the Associated Students Bookstore’s regular hours during the month of March:

This Saturday, March 11: Closed

Spring Break = Monday, March 13 - Friday, March 17:
10:00am - 5:00pm (the convenience store area will open at 7:30am)

Saturday, March 18: Closed

Friday, March 31: Closed (in honor of Cesar Chavez Day)

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Graduating Seniors...Don't Miss GradFest!

Calling ALL Graduates — join the Associated Students Bookstore, March 22 and 23, for two days of special discounts and information in regard to your graduation. Meet with a representative from the Evaluations Office to check your grad status. Learn about Commencement Ceremonies, the Alumni Association, and Graduation portraits. Order Grad Packs, announcements, and class rings. There will be manufactures’ representatives, drawings for free gifts, and complimentary food and drinks.

It’s a great time to get all your graduation gifts and take advantage of our special two day discounts such as: 20% off Alumni clothing and gifts, 20% off career and resumé books, and 10% off diploma frames and holders. It’s the AS Bookstore’s way of saying congratulations! Join us Wednesday, March 22 and Thursday, March 23 from 10:00am - 6:00pm.

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Write an Original Jingle and Win Big!

Singers, songwriters, rappers and musicians are encouraged to create an original jingle and submit their entries to the Campus Alcohol & Drug Education Center’s “Don’t Drink and Drive” Jingle Contest. Original jingles can be spoken or sung and creativity and humor are encouraged. The winner and runner up will receive $300 and $150 gift certificates (respectively) and their jingle will be used in a radio campaign throughout the year. Application entries with contest rules can be picked up at the Student Activities Office in BMU 213, or at the CADEC office on Second and Cherry Streets. All entries must be accompanied by an application and are due by April 3. The contest is sponsored by CADEC with funding from the California Business, Transportation and Housing Agency, Office of Traffic Safety. For contest details, call CADEC at 898-6450.

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