Presentation of Final Food Memoirs

The ENGL 365 “Food and Literature” class invites the CSU, Chico campus and the Chico community to come hear a presentation of our final food memoirs for this course on Thurs., May 21 from 2pm to 4pm in SELV 104, the faculty dining area of Selvester’s CafĂ© (behind Kendall Hall).

Modeled after Ruth Reichl’s Tender at the Bone, the work of MFK Fisher, the essays in Arlene Avakian’s collection Through the Kitchen Window, and others, these food memoirs explore special dishes from students’ lives that connect the enjoyment of food with the celebration of life through an examination of how our food choices say something meaningful about who we are and also connect us with others who may be different from ourselves. Some food (made by the class and instructor) will be served.

Information will be available on the new theme in food studies, Theme V: Consuming Interests: Food and Society. Contact Dr. Lynn Marie Houston of the English Department for further information.

Archived under Events on May 19, 2009

Commencement Vending Policy

Just a reminder that under the policies contained in EM 86-12, no vendor, including recognized student organizations, may solicit, trade, or sell anything on campus without a permit from the Student Activities Office.

No permits for such sales and solicitation activity will be issued for Commencement weekend, Saturday and Sunday, May 23 and 24, 2009. If individuals and/or organizations are found to be conducting sales and solicitation, they will be asked to stop this activity, and if they refuse, University Police will be notified.
We appreciate your cooperation in this matter.

Archived under Information on May 19, 2009

the_GradShow@TiON

Interesting in joining last minute? Send an email now.

Mission Statement: To launch graduating artists from CSU Chico, exposing their talents in a performance and gallery environment; propelling these collaborators and professionals of tomorrow forward in their particular outlet and field of expression.

Who is needed? Any and all Graduates of this or last term who are enthusiastic about having something to show off and do on graduation weekend besides a hangover and piece of paper promising a diploma upon completion of already completed classes.

You are needed to bring this potential energy into flow. We walk on Saturday. Please contact Nik Magnus at thinkingup@gmail.com to get in.

Archived under Clubs, Groups & Organizations on May 19, 2009

News Release: Nursing Professor and Founder of Better Babies to Receive Distinguished Emerita Award

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 15, 2009
CONTACT: Kathleen McPartland
Tel: 530-898-4260
Sherry Fox,
School of Nursing
530-898-5891

Nursing Professor and Founder of Better Babies to Receive Distinguished Emerita Award

The College of Natural Sciences at California State University, Chico will recognize the outstanding accomplishments and contributions of Professor Gwin Richter over the course of her career with the award of Distinguished Emerita at a reception on Tuesday, May 19 at 4 p.m. in the Physical Sciences Courtyard on the CSU, Chico campus.

Richter served as a professor in the School of Nursing for 35 years, from 1971 to 2006. In 1991, Professor Richter founded and has served as director of Better Babies Inc., a prenatal center that is part of the California Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program. She has been a certified childbirth educator through Lamaze International since 1965 and is also a certified lactation educator through the University of California, San Diego. Professor Richter worked as a per diem staff nurse in Obstetrics at Enloe Medical Center from 1971 to 1992.

While at Chico State, Richter taught courses in maternal-child nursing, theory and practicum, family nursing, nursing role and foundations of nursing. She currently teaches the School of Nursing’s online course, Current Concepts Baccalaureate Nursing. She designed and wrote the maternity portion of the course and now teaches the entire course for registered nurses who are returning to CSU, Chico for the bachelor of science degree. She also teaches a special problems course, Protecting Normal Birth, for students interested in supporting women in labor and becoming OB nurses or nurse midwives.

The complete news release is available online.

Archived under News on May 19, 2009

News Release: Greeks Receive Local and Regional Honors for Community Service

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May 15, 2009
CONTACT: Joe Wills
Tel: 530-898-4143

Greeks Receive Local and Regional Honors for Community Service

California State University, Chico students in fraternities and sororities have received honors from the City of Chico and a regional Greek leadership group for their community service and philanthropy.

The City of Chico Bidwell Park and Playground Commission on April 27 honored the fraternity and sorority presidents for the CSU, Chico Greek Workday event in Bidwell Park. More than 250 students in Greek organizations took part in the March 28 park clean-up.

For the second year in a row, CSU, Chico Greek organizations won the Community Involvement Award from the Western Region Greek Association. This award was for excellence in programs that provide philanthropic programming, fund-raising or time spent with other agencies in the community.

The complete news release is available online.

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News Release: Influential Expert on Global Economic and Gender Issues To Receive Honorary Doctorate and Give Address at CSU, Chico's 119th Commencement

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May 15, 2009
CONTACT: Joe Wills
Tel: 530-898-4143

Influential Expert on Global Economic and Gender Issues To Receive Honorary Doctorate and Give Address at CSU, Chico’s 119th Commencement

California State University, Chico’s 119th Commencement will feature an address by a 1981 computer science alumna considered one of the world’s most influential women: Sheikha Lubna Al Qasimi, minister of foreign trade for the United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.).

Sheikha Lubna will be awarded the Honorary Doctorate of Science at the Commencement ceremony Sunday, May 24. She will speak to graduates of the Class of 2009 at both Commencement exercises: Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24.

While at CSU, Chico, Sheikha Lubna was president of the Computer Science Honor Society, Eta Kappa Nu. After graduation, she worked as a programmer for the software company Datamation, and later took a position with the U.A.E. General Information Authority. She was one of the first women in the U.A.E. to obtain a technology degree. She also earned an MBA from the American University of Sharjah.

The complete news release is available online.

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News Release: Business Administration Student Named McGowan Scholar

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May 19, 2009
CONTACT: Joe Wills
Tel: 530-898-4143
Dee Hoffman Wills,
College of Business
530-898-4255

Business Administration Student Named McGowan Scholar

Shawn Wilson, a business administration major at California State University, Chico, will receive a full tuition scholarship from the William G. McGowan Charitable Fund for the 2009-2010 academic year.

The William G. McGowan award, available to students enrolled in accredited business schools throughout the United States, honors applicants who achieve academic excellence, demonstrate leadership skills, display excellence of character and are committed to the community through service activities. The McGowan Scholars Program provides a full-tuition scholarship to one student annually from each school selected to participate in the program.

Established in honor of William G. McGowan, the telecommunication pioneer who developed the MCI Communications Corporation, the William G. McGowan Charitable Fund Inc. is located in Washington, D.C. The McGowan Scholars Program provides financial assistance to outstanding students who are continuing their education in the field of business and is designed to encourage leadership ability, interpersonal skills and a significant involvement in academic, campus and community activities.

The complete news release is available online.

Archived under News on May 19, 2009