Focus the Nation

Interested in what you can do to raise awareness about global climate change to your government? Get involved with Focus the Nation at CSU, Chico next Friday, Sept. 7 from 12pm - 1pm in Sylvester’s Café on the creek. Bring a brown bag lunch and organize with other students for this event on Jan. 31. Learn what you can do to take action, mobilize your peers, create eye-catching projects, and have your voice heard.

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Chico Green Campus Program

The Chico Green Campus Program has now moved to BMU 301. More information about our program is available online.. If interested in joining please contact Amelia Gulling.

Thank you and Live Green.

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EARC, AS Recycling, AS Sustainability has Moved

The Environmental Action and Resource Center (EARC), AS Recycling, and AS Sustainability have moved. We are now combining resources in BMU 301.

What: 3-in-1 Collaborative Grand Opening Celebration

When: Wed., Sept. 12, 2007
10am - 2pm

Where: BMU 301, the 3-in-1 Collaborative

Come by, enjoy refreshments and check-out our Grand Opening Celebration.

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EARC, AS Recycling, and AS Sustainability Internships and Volunteer Opportunities Available

The 3-in-1 Collaborative (Environmental Action and Resource Center, AS Recycling, and AS Sustainability) is seeking enthusiastic, passionate students.

Get involved - Change your campus - Change your world!

Weekly meetings, Mondays, 5PM - 6pm.

FIRST MEETING: Monday, Sept. 10

A multitude of internship and volunteer opportunities available:

• Special Events
• Research
• Writing
• Advocacy
• Policy
• Working with kids
• Outreach and education
• Projects and campaigns
• Gardening and composting
• Marketing and public relations
• Clean ups
• Grant writing
• Workshops

Educate yourself, make friends, and have fun.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Stop by the 3-in-1 Collaborative in BMU 301 or contact us:

Environmental Action and Resource Center (EARC): 898.5676
AS Recycling: 898.5033
AS Sustainability: 898.3645

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GLBTQ Welcome Reception, Sept. 5

CSU, Chico’Â’s Pride/Safezone Presents the First Annual GLBTQ Welcome Reception

When: Wed., Sept. 5 at 6pm
Where: Bell Memorial Student Union 210 (BMU 210)

Come Join the CSU, Chico GLBTQ community for refreshments and activities centered on GLBTQ issues.

Pride is designed to provide socialization and interaction between lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered and straight-allied college students. The organization also functions as a political, social service, and educational body on campus. Pride participates in several campus sponsored events, student panels, social gatherings and general meetings.

We are a student organization at CSU, Chico, officially recognized by the Associated Students Student Activities Office.

Contact:

Irma Rivera
President of AS Pride, CSU, Chico

Tray Robinson
Diversity Coordinator, CSU, Chico

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Internships for PR/Journalism Majors

The School of the Arts at CSU, Chico has internships available for Public Relations/Journalism 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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New Class: KINE 295 Disability in Films and Physical Activity

New Class Offering: KINE 295 - Disability in Films and Physical Activity (3.0 units) Tuesdays 5pm - 7:50pm, Yolo 143.

(This class still has openings for students from all disciplines; please help promote this wonderful class by making this announcement in your classes.)

Come watch movies and explore the world of disability in physical activity. This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to learn about disability in film and physical activity. Moreover, the experience will provide students an in-depth look into the portrayal of individuals with disabilities in film and media and how this does or does not coincide with societal views and values, education, physical education, politics, individual and group behavior. Perceptions and personal views regarding individuals with disability and their inclusion and/or segregation in society will be explored through the visual arts.

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Humanities Center Gallery in September: Collentine/Larsen with DESIRE plus THE FRANKEL FAMILY FESTIVAL

Humanities Center Gallery, Trinity Hall, M-F 8-5
898-4642

Sept. 7 - Oct. 25
Patrick Collentine and Susan Larsen
Desire
Sept. 7 Opening Reception 6-8pm
Alums Pat Collentine and Susan Larsen return with the latest in their “Kolorbar” series for their third show at the Humanities Center Gallery (in the past: Dec. ‘02 and Apr. ‘04). The series is an ongoing exploration originally inspired by a trip to southeast Alaska’s Glacier Bay National Park in 1995. Larsen and Collentine have collaborated on several public art projects and just completed Wanders in a Riparian Garden, a three-part sculpture installed in Sacramento’s Regency Park. They are represented by Augen Gallery (Portland, OR).

Sept. 7 - 28
Frankel Family Festival
Mixed media by Ted, Jonnie, Monte, Dave, Keenan, Alexa, and Téo
Sept. 7 Opening Reception 6-8pm
Large oil paintings, small portraits and doodles, pen and ink in black and white and color, and photographs comprise much of the artwork exhibited here by three generations of Frankels.

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Department of Art and Art History MFA Student Receptions

MFA September Receptions

Wed., Sept., 5pm - 7pm, Ayres Hall BFA Gallery
Rebeca Emmons, Sandi Escobar, Belinda Hanson, Erin Kelly, Laura Schneiter, and Brad Thiele (this show will be open this Tuesday and be up through September 6). These are the six new students.

Wed., Sept. 19, 5pm - 7pm, BMU 3rd Floor Gallery
Jeff Rindels & Jennie Tripp (show dates are Sept. 8-21).

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Graphic Design/Marketing Intern Position

DESIGN/MARKETING INTERN. Educational Talent Search at CSU, Chico prepares and motivates low-income and first generation students in 6th-12th grades to pursue higher education. Intern will design promotional materials such as brochures, fliers, newsletters, multimedia and video presentations. Paid position. Prefer Art, Graphic Art, Graphic Design, Media Arts, Marketing or Public Relations majors. Contact Diane Abundabar for details.

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Volunteer for the This Way to Sustainability III Conference

Be a part of the action - become a volunteer for the This Way to Sustainability III Conference. Join other students, faculty and staff in the behind the scenes action of the conference. Meet new people, work on fun projects, possibly earn units! All volunteers receive a free t-shirt and are invited to the conference dinner for free. Join the first volunteer meeting, Friday Aug. 31 in BMU 301 from 11am - 12pm. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity.

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Geog 199: Bioneers Conference Course Offered

Geography 199: Bioneers Conference Course is available for registration for the Fall 2007 Semester.

The class will explore topics related to sustainability that are addressed at the Bioneers Conference, which will be held in San Rafael October 19-21, 2007. The Bioneers Conference will expose students to various speakers and panel discussions which address topics that promote practical environmental solutions and innovative social strategies for restoring the Earth and communities. Students will be expected to participate in class meetings and complete assignments, take an active role in the class and the conference, and make a presentation on the Bioneers Conference upon their return.

Conference fees are covered by enrolling in the class, but space is limited. Please contact Jillian Buckholz, Sustainability Coordinator and Instructor (jbuckholz@csuchico.edu) for more information or visit the Bioneers website.

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Meriam Library Tours - Fall 2007

The Meriam Library is offering guided tours of the library noon - 12:50pm on the following dates. Meet in the lobby on the first floor of the library.

Wednesday-Friday, August 29-31

Tuesday-Friday, September 4-7

Monday-Friday, September 10-14

Other tour options:

An MP3 library tour is available for downloading or check out a player with the tour preloaded in Limited Loan on the 1st Floor of the Library.

A self guided tour handout is available at the 2nd floor Reference desk.

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Free Tutoring Sign-ups Begin Thurs., Aug. 30

Free Tutoring Sign-ups begin in The Student Learning Center on Thurs., Aug. 30, at 9am.

The Student Learning Center offers free tutoring in most academic subjects by student tutors who have been recommended by CSU, Chico faculty.

In addition, The Student Learning Center offers:

Free Supplemental Instruction Workshops for 8-11 courses per semester; and free Study Skills Workshops & Tip Sheets on Time Management, Test Taking, Reading Strategies, Memorization, and Effective Note Taking.

Visit or call for more information:

Student Learning Center
Meriam Library 458
Fourth Floor - East Wing
530-898-6839 or 24-hour Voice Mail

Hours: Monday through Thursday 9am - 4:30pm and Friday 9am - 2:30pm.

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Recreational Sports

Recreational Sports would like to welcome all new and returning students to CSU, Chico. It’s that time of year when everyone is interested in signing up for our intramural sports. We have a new sign-up system that requires you to go straight to our webpage for information about signing up a team or as a free agent, add and drops to your roster, and ESPECIALLY deadlines for the manager’s meeting and when play for each sport begins. Please view the webpage for immediate answers. You may come by Acker 126 Monday-Friday from noon-5pm or call 898-5170. It’s a great day to be a Wildcat.

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Authentic Folk Dance Presented by the Georgian State Dance Company Coming to Laxson, Sept. 4

Experience exciting folk dance all the way from the Soviet Union with the Georgian State Dance Company on Sept. 13, 2007 at 7:30pm in Laxson Auditorium, courtesy of Chico Performances.

A Georgian State dancer’s performance is where gymnastics meets wrestling. The dancers, all hailing from the former Soviet Union’s Republic of Georgia, are extremely physical, and perform dances which portray the culture and rituals of the Georgian people: weddings, prayer, fishing and courtship. With dramatic turns, spins, knee landings, and mock sword fights (with real swords), this is a performance of classic folk dance.

Tickets are $23 Premium, $18 Adult, $16 Senior, $14 Student/Child and are available at the University Box Office, 898-6333, 2nd & Normal Streets.

For additional information please visit the website.

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London Semester - Spring 2008

How does London in the spring of 2008 sound to you?

The College of Humanities and Fine Arts plans to send 30 students with Professor Daniel Veidlinger to London in January for a semester abroad. This is one of those experiences that will change your life!

If you want to know more, come to a meeting on Wed., Sept. 12 at 4pm in PAC 134. You can talk with students who went last year, hear from Professor Veidlinger, and learn all about the program, the courses, and the cost.

Questions? Contact Brooks or Dianne in the College of Humanities and Fine Arts at 898-5351.

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Excellent Volunteer Opportunity

Are you looking for an interesting volunteer opportunity?

The Janet Turner Print Museum will be exhibiting its collection in the Chico Museum this year. It is located right next to campus at 141 Salem Street and will be open from noon - 4pm Wed. - Sun. If you would like to make a contribution to the community, learn about art, and meet some interesting people, please give us a call at 898-5351.

Check with Brooks Thorlaksson in PAC 109 to pick up an application and ask any questions. You will be able to choose the time you work.

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General (G) Parking Permits are Sold Out for Fall 2007

General (G) Parking permits are sold out for Fall 2007, but there are still other transportation options available to you. Did you know you could use your Wildcat card as a free bus pass? Did you know you could find information from bike parking to bike repair in one location? Looking for maps of and directions to campus to share with visiting friends?

The new Transportation and Parking Services (TAPS) Web site is designed to answer these questions and more. Finally, in one location, you can find links to information about walking on campus, biking, busing, ridesharing, parking and more. Try a different mode of transportation to campus each week, and find out which one is the fastest for you! You may find you don’t need that parking permit any more, and think of the money you’ll save.

TAPS — the best way to find campus transportation information — all at the click of a mouse.

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GRE Preparation Workshop Enrollment Now Open

Planning on taking the GRE? Bobrow testing services is offering a workshop to help you maximize your potential.

Each of the sections will be analyzed and reviewed: quantitative reasoning; verbal reasoning (antonyms, analogies, sentence completion, and reading comprehension); and the analytical writing assessment. A short review of mathematics is also included. This course has a free repeat policy.

To register, call Bobrow Testing Services at 1-800-426-2769. All materials are included in the $355 fee. The deadline for registration is Sept. 26.

The GRE Preparation Workshop is administered by CSU, Chico Continuing Education.

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3-in-1 Collaborative

What: 3-in-1 Collaborative Grand Opening Celebration

When: Wed., Sept. 12, 2007, 10am - 2pm

Where: BMU 301, the 3-in-1 Collaborative

Why: We’ve moved - AS Recycling, AS Sustainability, and the Environmental Action and Resource Center (EARC) are now all in one location, thus enhancing our combined resources and providing more opportunities for collaboration.

Come on by and enjoy free food.

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Chico Dance Theatre Audition

Chico Dance Theatre will be holding auditions beginning Friday, Aug. 31 in Acker 204 at 2pm. Final auditions will be held on Friday, Sept. 7 at 2pm in Acker 204. Review sessions will be held Tuesday and Wednesday nights in Acker 204 at 7pm.

Chico Dance Theatre is CSU, Chico’s largest dance performance group. Chico Dance Theatre Annual Showcase is student choreographed and directed. Chico Dance Theatre also prides itself on performing a wide range of dance styles including tap, jazz, ballet, modern, hip-hop, Fosse, various ethnic styles, and musical theatre. After fall auditions students sign up for THEA 203/303 and attend Friday afternoon master class sessions. In addition to the Friday classes, the dancers rehearse weekly for each dance. The culminating event is the production of the Chico Dance Theatre Showcase in early December of each year. For any more information contact Kristin Carmack or Dr. Sue Pate.

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Dance Team Auditions

Expressions, the Chico State Dance Team, will be holding auditions for the 2007-2008 season on Mon., Sept. 10 at 7:30pm in Shurmer Gym. Expressions performs at many CSU, Chico athletic events, community events, and holds an annual showcase in the spring. Expressions focuses on jazz but also performs hip hop, lyrical and tap pieces. Dance experience is recommended.

For more information regarding Expressions please contact Kristin Carmack, (530) 693-2531.

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Law Internships Available

CLIC, the Community Legal Information Center, is offering internships this semester at its on-campus office at 25 Main Street. Upper-division Political Science units are available for work in any of our twelve programs: Chico Consumer Protection Agency, County Jail Law Project, Disabled and the Law, Environmental Advocates, Family Law, Housing Law, Penal Law, Student Law Services/Juvenile Rights, Traffic Law, Welfare Rights, Women’s Law, Workers’ Rights. Come to our orientation meeting on Wed., Sept. 5 at 7pm in Sylvester’s Café. For additional information contact CLIC at 898-4354 or Professor Teddy DeLorenzo: tdelorenzo@csuchico.edu.

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Basic & Intermediate Web Design Workshops - Fall 2007

The Communication Design Department once more is offering 2-day classes in Basic and Intermediate Web Design. You can gain skills on the latest techniques in Web design during these 2-day classes and receive one hour of credit.

On October 5-6 Jon Knolle, owner of Learning Change, will teach you the fundamentals of Web Design in CDES 212 (8069) Basic Web Design. A few weeks later you can enhance your skills in a follow-up session on Nov. 2-3 in CDES 312 (8068), Intermediate Web Design. Each class is one unit for credit only. So, to keep up with the newest in Web design applications, taught by the North State’s leading professional, sign up on the Portal soon. Space is limited and your opportunity is rare.

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