Study Abroad in Thailand--Extended DEADLINE Apr. 6

Thought about doing something completely different this summer? You could earn 3 units of GE credit taking Food Forever (PSSC 390) in Thailand. The course is for 3 weeks in June. Applications are available in the Study Abroad Resources (THMA 212A) and Plumas 221. For more info, contact Dr. Altier, 898-4137 and check out the website at http://www.csuchico.edu/~altr/. HURRY—we are accepting applications until Apr. 6 !

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Free Movie (Promises) and Desserts, April 3

Free Movie (Promises) and Desserts, April 3

6:30 pm
Holt 170

Promises is an Emmy winning, Oscar nominated documentary about the children of Palestine and Israel. “This insightful, unbiased and very personal documentary explores the lives and opinions of seven Israeli and Palestinian children who live disparate existences only a few miles apart in Jerusalem and the West Bank.,” Rob Blackwelder. The event is hosted by the Muslim Students Association.

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Darfur Demonstration, April

Darfur Demonstration, April 5th

Free Speech Area
10-2pm

Come learn about the genocide in Darfur, Sudan and how you can make a
difference! There will be information on the history of Darfur, the current
conflict and our divestment campaign to end the violence. Everyone can make a
difference by taking a minute to stop by and pick up some information or sign a
petition. The event is organized by STAND (Students Taking Action Now:
Darfur).

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Skye the PE Guy and the Skye Walkers

Chico State Graduate student Skye Dunn and his team are trekking across the United States to promote quality, standards-based physical education. The number of overweight children has tripled in the last two decades. In an effort to raise awareness about this obesity epidemic and the health complications that may arise (Type 2 Diabetes and heart disease), Skye the PE Guy and his team are working to promote physical education programs that help children develop lifetime physical activity habits.

Skye is sponsored by CASPER (Center for Advancement in Standards-based Physical Education Reform) at CSU, Chico.

Skye and his team will be dedicating nine months of their lives (June 2007 - March 2008) to help get kids moving. They are walking, skating, biking, canoeing, kayaking, dancing, dribbling, etc. from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean via the American Discovery Trail.

Join Skye the PE Guy and the Skye Walkers in their journey of Fighting Obesity 10,000 steps at a time!

For information on upcoming events and ways to get involved, contact Skye at skyethepeguy@hotmail.com or 345-8094.

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Study Skills Workshop, April 3

The Student Learning Center is offering a Time Management Workshop to help students stay on track the rest of the semester.

4/3 (Tuesday)
Time Management
7-8 pm
MLIB 226
Alexandra Moulton

Workshops are Free!
Students can sign up in advance at the Student Learning Center (Meriam Library 458) or by calling 898-6839.

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Earth Month Speaker: Lee Altier, April 5

Perspectives from the Other Side of the Planet

When: Thursday, April 5th
BMU303 @ 5pm
Free Admission

A quick travel guide of exploration in Thailand: its people, food, and
environment. With stories from recent travels, Dr. Altier will present some
aspects of Thailand missed by most tourists.

For more information please contact the Southeast Asian Students Association:
chicoseasa@yahoo.com
SEASA webpage: www.myspace.com/chicoseasa

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Songwriters Guild Showcase

Wild Oak Records’ Songwriters Guild Showcase!

The Wild Oak Records’ Songwriters Guild presents a showcase of talented
singer/songwriters at the Blue Room Theatre in downtown Chico on April 10th,
2007.

The show will be featuring Allyn Pierce, Kyle Scully, JP, and Kyle Williams.
These four musicians have proved they have what it takes to move an audience
with their music with past performances with the Songwriters Guild. This is
the perfect event to attend on a mellow Tuesday night! The show is all ages
and there will be a $4 cover charge at the door. Doors open at 6:30PM and the
show starts at 7:00PM.

Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to enjoy local music! Want to
participate in the Wild Oak Songwriters Guild? Then be sure to check out the
weekly workshops for songwriters every Tuesday night in PAC 112 at 7:00PM. All
musicians are welcome!

Visit www.myspace.com/wildoaksg for more information about the Wild Oak Records’
Songwriters Guild!

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Wild Oak Records' Concert Series

“A Series of Fortunate Events,” 2007

Wild Oak Records is proud to present A Series of Fortunate Events, a concert
lineup taking place March-May, 2007. Don’t miss these opportunities to hear
the best music in town!

March 30: Wild Oak Records at Off Limits
Featuring The Shimmies, Planchate, and So Called Tragedy
9:30PM at Off Limits, Chico; $5, 21+

April 6: Wild Oak Records Fundraiser Show
Featuring Trial by Fire, After Shock, Idle Discourse
9:30PM at Off Limits, Chico; $5, 21+

April 21: A Day in the Park
Featuring Chingus, Watson 349, Natural Roots, and Stateside
12:00-5:00 at the City Plaza in Downtown Chico; FREE

April 26: The Chico Rock Fest
Featuring The New Trust, Brilliant Red Lights, Polar Bears, The Americas, The
Secret Stolen, Lysistrata, La Fin du Monde, John Wesley, The Shimmies, and
Rosevelt
6:00PM at the Chico Women’s Center, Chico; $5

May 1: May Day Play Day
Featuring Equipto, Hooligans, Dilects, Baysic
La Salles, Chico; Time TBA, $7, 21+

Wild Oak is an independent, student-run record label dedicated to distributing a
diverse catalog of local and regional music. Visit www.myspace.com/wildoak for
more information about Wild Oak Records or contact by phone at (530) 898-6976.

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Looking for a Full Time Job after Graduation?

Graduating? Looking for a full time job? We’ll be sending these notices out on a weekly basis to let you know which companies are here to talk to you. Drop by and talk with us about these and other resources at the Career Planning and Placement Office, Meriam Library, Room 150 or call us at 530-898-5253.

4/2/2007
Jeld-Wen, Inc.
Management Trainee
Regional Sales Representative

4/3/2007
CA Franchise Tax Board
Tax Auditor

Ricoh Corporation
Account Executive

US DEPT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Auditor

4/6/2007
ProtoPulsion Inc.
Inside Sales Executive

Knight Transportation
Entry Level Manager

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May-June Intersession - Registration Opens April 2

May-June Intersession registration opens April 2, 7:30am.

May-June Intersession starts May 21 and runs through June 29.

Check out the current schedule of classes online.

Three, five, and six week sessions.

For more information please call Continuing Education at 898-6105.

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Student Computing Workshops

Next Wednesday, April 4, Student Computing will present:

Photoshop I
5:30pm - 6:30pm in MLIB 457
No sign-up is required

The Photoshop I workshop is an introduction and overview of the Photoshop window, learning what is in the Photoshop toolbox and how to navigate the menus. Students will learn how to use the edit, image and layers menus. They will learn how to work with pixels, manage RCB, Index & CMYK color as well as learn about resolution and the difference between displayed and printed color.

For more information about Student Computing Workshops, visit the Student Computing Workshops web site or write or call Melinda Ferris, mferris@csuchico.edu, 530 898-5008.

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Wellness Center Health Tip

Wellness Center Student Health Tip “Preventing Heat-related Illness”*:

Dress for the heat ~ wear lightweight, light-colored clothing. It is also a good idea to wear hats or use an umbrella.

Drink water ~ carry a water bottle with you and drink from it continuously, even if you are not thirsty. Avoid alcohol and caffeine which dehydrate the body.

Eat small meals and eat more often. Avoid foods that are high in protein which increase metabolic heat.

Slow down ~ avoid strenuous activity, but if you must, do it during the cooler parts of the day.
Stay indoors when possible.
Take regular breaks.

*Information provided by The American Red Cross

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4th Annual Syd Bassow Memorial Golf Tournament, April 29

4th Annual Syd Bassow Memorial Golf Tournament

“Celebrating Leadership with Alumni and Friends”

The annual golf tournament is a fundraiser presented by the Associated Students and Jackie Faris-Rees LEADership Programs to provide funding for the AS Officer of the Year Scholarship. This year the tournament will be held on Sunday, April 29, 2007 at Bidwell Golf Course. The shotgun start will take place at 9am and the scramble style game will allow alumni, students, and staff of California State University, Chico to play on teams of four. The cost for the day will be around $70 for students and $90 for all non-students, which includes a full round of golf, and a golf cart for your team. Following the golf tournament, lunch will be provided, along with the awards for the day. If you want to sign up, ask questions, or want more information on the tournament, feel free to contact Maggie Taylor, AS Coordinator of Alumni Affairs by phone at (530) 898-5701 or by email at asalumni@csuchico.edu.

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Wellness Center Dr. Seuss Event

Would you, could you, should you lead? Dr. Seuss has been teaching us to lead since we were infants. Join the Campus Wellness Center for our upcoming workshop entitled “Leadership on the Loose with Dr. Seuss!” We will examine various Dr. Seuss stories and learn to identify and explain leadership qualities and how we can use theses skills in our lives. The workshop will be facilitated by Jeff Alves of the JFR Lead Program and Jenny Merrill of the Campus Wellness center.

When: Wed. April 4 from 4-5pm
Where: MODOC 220

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Chico Performances Brings World Renowned Sitar Player Anoushka Shankar to CSU, Chico, March 30

Chico Performances is proud to present world renowned sitarist Anoushka Shankar in Laxson Auditorium on March 30, 2007 at 7:30 p.m.

If internationally beloved sitar player Ravi Shankar is the emissary of Indian classical music, his daughter, Anoushka, is certainly his successor. Showing an understanding of the great musical tradition of India, Anoushka’s music is a synthesis of instruments and vocals that evoke India’s sacred places and rituals of ordinary lives. Continuing her father’s legacy of spellbinding musicianship, Anoushka is performing with her Rise Ensemble, a group composed of seven musicians from all over the world creating a cultural tapestry not to be missed.

COST/TICKETS: Premium $23, Adult $18, Senior $16, Student/Child $14
Tickets are available at the University Box Office, 898-6333, 2nd & Normal Streets
More information is available online.

Archived under Events on March 27, 2007

Hispanic Poetry Class Recitals, May 9

The Spanish 444: Hispanic Poetry class will recite poetry Wednesday, May 9, in the Larry Wismer Theatre (PAC 135) from 6pm to 8pm. Students will recite original and non-original poems in Spanish. Come and get lost in the emotions of the poems. Admission is free, and the event is open to the public. For more information please contact Dr. Antonio Arreguin-Bermudez at 898-4614.

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Scholarship Deadline Extended to March 30

Last May, PAU , Enterprise Rent A Car and Activity Fee Council crowned the first two winners of the Mister and Miss CSU, Chico Scholarship Contest, awarding them both $1,000 scholarships.

To be eligible to compete you must:
Be a CSU, Chico student, not graduating this May
Have a 2.0 cumulative GPA
Have some community service background
Complete an application
Be available on April 30, 2007 for the actual competition

For more information about the details of the competition, visit our website.

Now it’s your turn - prizes for this year’s winners include a $1,000 scholarship from Enterprise Rent A Car, a certificate from Contiki, which is a travel agency for 18-35 year olds, to use towards a vacation/trip (for locations and packages visit Contiki.com), a crown, sash, t-shirt and certificate of participation. Download and complete an application for this year’s Mister and Miss CSU, Chico Scholarship Contest.

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Cesar Chavez Day Celebration, MEChA presents "La Causa," March 28

In the late 1960’s a man named Cesar Chavez changed the lives of Latin American farm workers, fought for civil rights, battled racism and indecent working conditions. Experience this chapter of American history as one young woman balances the demands of her family and culture and fights to see her people free of poverty.

A candle light vigil march will be held after in memory of Cesar Chavez. Refreshments will be served after the march in the Free Speech Area. Event sponsored by Multicultural Affairs Council from 7:30pm -10pm.

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New Workshop from Continuing Education: Preparing for the Graduate Record Exam (GRE), RCED 933D

This workshop provides analysis and review of each of the sections of the GRE exam: quantitative reasoning, verbal reasoning, as well as the analytical writing assessment. This course has a free repeat policy. To enroll, call Bobrow Test Services directly at 1-800-426-2769. All materials are included. This course will take place on Saturdays beginning April 21 through May 12, 9am - 1pm, Room AJH 125A. Course fee is $335.

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New course offered for May/June intersession: Women and Music, MUSC 398-101, 3 units

This class will undertake a general study of selected women composers, musicians, conductors, and teachers in music from the last 200 years, using composition, literary writings, performances, and other documentary materials. Their significant musical contributions, as well as the political, social, and cultural impact of their works will be discussed. Class runs from May 21 to June 6, MWTR from 9am - 1:30pm in PAC 116. Cost is $480 for 3 units. Registration begins April 2. To register (or check out other courses) go online or call the Center for Regional and Continuing Education at 898-6105.

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Volunteers Needed for the Ch*Eco Film Fest, April 11-15

April 11-15 marks the first Ch*Eco*Film Fest, A Festival of Film and Art. This five day event is a collaborative effort of the Chico community and Chico State campus. The event will be filled with fun, eye-opening and educational films, art displays and events.

Your enthusiasm is very much needed to act as a volunteer to staff the events throughout the Film Fest and let others know that this opportunity is available.

If you are interested in being a volunteer please come to the first volunteers meeting which will take place Wednesday, March 28 at 5:30pm in the Faculty/Staff Dining Room on the CSU, Chico campus (the Faculty/Staff Dining Room is the room in the back of Sylvester’s CafĂ© right on the creek, the campus map is available online). If you would like to volunteer but are unable to make the meeting please contact Jillian Buckholz at jbuckholz@csuchico.edu

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Graduate Equity Fellowship for Under-Served Groups

The goal of the Graduate Equity Fellowship Program (GEFP) is to prepare, motivate, encourage and support those graduate students who aspire to obtain a doctorate and pursue an academic career in teaching and research. Awards for an academic year total $5,500. The two-part program provides a stipend of $750/semester and a salary of $2,000/semester for research related activities under the direction of a faculty mentor.

To be eligible, applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:
You must be economically disadvantaged; must have come from an educationally disadvantaged background/experienced restricted access to quality educational opportunities; be admitted to the University and a master’s degree program; classified as a California resident; and there must be a probable need for faculty in your academic discipline - i.e., a projected shortfall in the supply of qualified faculty in your field of study.

Deadline: April 2 for Fall
November 1 for Spring

For information/application access our website, or contact the School of Graduate, International, and Interdisciplinary Programs Office in Tehama 209, 898-6880.

Archived under Opportunities on March 27, 2007

The AS Bookstore has Everything you Need for Easter

Search no more, your hunt for Springtime gifts stops here. Leave no stone unturned, find everything you need for Easter and much more at the Associated Students Bookstore. You will find an assortment of Easter cards, floral candle holders, glittered egg ornaments, fun gift wrap, and plush bunnies all to help brighten your Easter baskets. Give the Easter bunny a break this year, and let the AS Bookstore help you with all your Springtime shopping today. All of our Easter merchandise is located on the first floor of the AS Bookstore across from the staircase, so hop on over today.

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Chico Performances Brings Jigu! Thunder Drums of China , April 5

Coming all the way from the China, Jigu!’s exciting drumming on April 5, 2007 at 7;30pm in Laxson Auditorium is one show you are not going to want to miss.

In Chinese, Jigu means to “beat or touch the drum.” Hailing from the Shanxi province in China, this company of 28 drummers, percussionists and musicians in their first American tour, present an awe-inspiring cultural event. Deeply rooted in Chinese folk traditions and updated with high-tech lighting and special effects, Jigu’s spectacular movement and drumming is designed to entice the eyes, entrance the ears, and engage the spirit.

COST/TICKETS: Premium $23, Adult $18, Senior $16, Student/Child $14.
Tickets are available at the University Box Office, 898-6333, 2nd & Normal StreetsMore information available online.

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Don't Miss Inti-Illimani's Global World Music, April 1

For over three decades, Inti-Illimani’s music has intoxicated audiences around the globe. Chico Performances is proud to present an evening of world music with Inti-Illimani on Sunday, April 1, 2007 at 7:30pm in Laxson Auditorium at California State University, Chico.

Wedded in traditional Latin American roots and played on more than 30 wind, string, and percussion instruments, Inti-Illimani’s compositions are a treasure for the human spirit. They have toured with Bruce Springsteen, Peter Gabriel, Sting, and Tracy Chapman, among others. In 1988, these politically-oriented songwriters and musicians returned to Chile after a 14 year exile from their homeland. They have since gone on to become South America’s ambassadors for human rights.

COST/TICKETS: Premium $23, Adult $18, Senior $16, Student/Child $14.
Tickets available at the University Box Office, 898-6333, 2nd & Normal Streets
More information available online.

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Criminal Justice Student Association to Host Career Night, April 10

A panel of Criminal Justice and Political Science speakers who work in the fields of FBI, Assistant District Attorney, Interrogator, Background Investigator, and Police officer. Each will speak on who they are, what they do and how they got to where they are today. This event is to show students the career opportunities they have within the field of political science. After the speakers, there will be a raffle with prizes from throughout the community, such as pizzas, movie tickets, various gift baskets, and other miscellaneous items.

The event takes place on April 10 at 6pm in Holt 170.

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