Student Computing Workshops

Student Computing is presenting these workshops this week:

Tues, Sept 29
HTML/UNIX
5pm - 6pm in MLIB 457

Wed, Sept 30
HTML/UNIX
12pm - 1pm in MLIB 457

No Sign-up is required - just drop-in. Faculty, Staff and Students are all welcome.

The HTML and UNIX workshop covers a brief overview of how to make a web page using HTML on the UNIX system. Simple HTML coding will be covered to show workshop attendees how to create, format and edit a web page. Those who attend this workshop will also learn basic UNIX commands, directory navigation, and file permissions.

For more information about the Student Computing workshops, visit the Student Computing Workshops web site or contact the Student Computing Help Desk at 898-HELP.

Archived under Opportunities on September 29, 2009

News Release: This Way to Sustainability V Conference Presents 10 Keynote Speakers

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 28, 2009
CONTACT: Joe Wills
Tel: 530-898-4143
Teri Randolph, The Institute for Sustainable Development
530-898-3333

This Way to Sustainability V Conference Presents 10 Keynote Speakers

The Fifth Annual This Way to Sustainability Conference will be held Nov. 5-8 at California State University, Chico. The conference, co-sponsored by CSU, Chico and Butte College, is one of the largest student-led sustainability conferences in the country. It will feature 10 keynote speakers and more than 80 workshops on a wide range of environmental and sustainability-related topics.

Our keynote speakers this year include Nico Stehr, addressing solutions to climate change; Howard Shapiro, global director of plant science and external research for Mars Incorporated; Gwenyth Cravens and Dr. Richard Anderson, who will discuss nuclear power as a source of “green” power; Marcia Fernandez, an advocate for smart growth and sustainable farming; Timothy LaSalle, an internationally recognized leader in agriculture; John Peterson Myers, founder, CEO and chief scientist of environmental health sciences; Andrew Szasz, professor and chair of the Department of Sociology at the University of California at Santa Cruz and author of “Shopping Our Way to Safety: How We Changed from Protecting the Environment to Protecting Ourselves”; Captain Paul Watson, a co-founder of Greenpeace in 1972 and the founder of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society; and Derrick Jensen, hailed as the philosopher-poet of the environmental movement and author or 15 books on the subject.

The complete news release is available online.

Archived under News on September 29, 2009

News Release: Alum, Jane Hightower, M.D., to Speak on the Politics of Mercury Poisoning

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 28, 2009
CONTACT: Kathleen McPartland
Tel: 530-898-4260
Leslie Schibsted,
College of Natural Sciences
530-898-4466

Alum, Jane Hightower, M.D., to Speak on the Politics of Mercury Poisoning

Dr. Jane M. Hightower, a 1983 graduate of California State University, Chico, will be the guest lecturer at the Biology Seminar this Friday, Oct. 2, at 4 p.m. in Holt Hall 170. Her topic will be “Diagnosis Mercury,” based on her book “Diagnosis: Mercury: Money, Politics and Poison” (Island Press, 2008)
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Dr. Hightower was the 2004 Distinguished Alumna for the College of Natural Sciences and is a medical doctor practicing in San Francisco. She stumbled onto a medical mystery several years ago, when patients came to her with ailments that she could not diagnose. Her search led her to mercury poisoning, a diagnosis for which she found little clarity in current literature at the time.

Hightower soon discovered that people were being sickened and the public health was suffering at the hands of corporate greed and government apathy. In her search for understanding about the ways in which mercury was sickening her patients, she uncovered ways in which money and influence led to people being poisoned.

The complete news release is available online.

Archived under News on September 29, 2009

News Release: Visiting Scholar Is National Expert on Gratitude and Positive Psychology

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 28, 2009
CONTACT: Joe Wills
Tel: 530-898-4143

Visiting Scholar Is National Expert on Gratitude and Positive Psychology

The President’s Visiting Scholar at California State University, Chico for this fall is UC Davis Professor Robert A. Emmons, a nationally known expert on the importance of gratitude and one of the leaders of the burgeoning field of positive psychology.

Emmons is editor-in-chief of The Journal of Positive Psychology and is author of “THANKS! How the New Science of Gratitude Can Make You Happier,” published in hard cover in 2007 and paperback in 2008.

Emmons’ campus visit Oct. 27-29 will include speaking to undergraduate classes, working with graduate students and giving a public talk Wednesday, Oct 28, at 7 p.m. in Holt 170. The working title for his address is “Gratitude and Emotional Prosperity During Trying Times.” The talk is free and open to the public.

The complete news release is available online.

Archived under News on September 29, 2009

AS Women's Center hosts Second Annual Queer Week, Oct. 5 - Oct. 10

Bringing awareness about LGBTQ culture to the Chico State community, the AS Women’s Center presents a week of events open to all students, faculty and community members.
October 5: Movie Night on the lawn, 7pm- “Venus Boys” portrays the journey through a universe of female masculinity.

October 6: Panel of Myths and Truths, 5pm - 7pm, BMU 210 - Dispelling the myths and stereotypes around the LGBTQ community.

October 7: March, Free Speech through downtown (Rally in Plaza), 7:30pm - A peaceful demonstration against hate crimes, heteronorms and discrimination.

October 8: Workshop - LGBTQ Intimate Partner Violence, BMU 304, 5pm - 7pm. Defines intimate partner violence, discusses awareness and breaking the silence.

October 9: Panel-Queer Across Cultures, Common Grounds, 6pm - 9pm- Deconstructs cultural differences.

October 10: Conference, BMU 210, 12pm - 4pm - Fun events and educational opportunities. Topics include identifying as queer in a religious family, gay marriage, coming out to family, LGBTQ scripts and much more.

Transitioning Workshop, Common Grounds, 4pm. Music group Coyote Grace will facilitate a workshop on struggles of gender transitioning while in a relationship. Performance to follow at 7:30pm.

For information, please call (530) 898-5724.

Archived under Events on September 29, 2009

Upcoming Book in Common Events

Reading “The Soloist,” the community’s book-in-common for 2009-2010? Augment your reading with book-in-common events presented throughout Chico. Upcoming events include:

Art Exhibition - Resonance: Music/Visual
Sept. 28 - Oct. 30
The Turner in Meriam Library
Enjoy an exhibit that explores the energy of musical structure in the visual.

Book Discussion - The Soloist
Saturday, Oct. 3, at 2pm
Barnes and Noble Bookseller
Emily Fisher, an attorney with Legal Services of Northern California, will talk about the book and how the community and students can get involved in advocacy on behalf of the homeless or those with mental health issues. Emily currently serves on the Mental Health Services Act local housing committee.

More information is available online.

Archived under Events on September 29, 2009

AS Special Election, Sept. 30

The Associated Students special election is this Wed., Sept. 30. Be sure to vote for the position of commissioner of environmental affairs. The polls will be open from 8am - 5pm and all voting will take place online. Students can vote from any Internet connection.

Students who do not have access to an Internet connection can vote by absentee ballot. The ballots are located in the Information Center on the first floor of the Bell Memorial Union and are available until 5pm Tuesday.

The Associated Students will also be sponsoring a voting booth on campus. Students can vote at this booth between 8am and 5pm on Wednesday. It will be located on the lawn in front of Siskiyou Hall.

For more information contact Tara Harmon by email or by phone (530) 898-5701.

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Wild Oak: The Declaration of Indie-pendence

Love Indie Rock? Then get to the 1078 Gallery on Friday, Oct. 9 for Declaration of Indie-Pendence. See Clouds on Strings, Magdalena, Belles and Whistles and The Kinzie Affair play live for an all ages, all indie music experience.

Show starts at 7:30pm, Doors open at 7pm $5.00 dollars at the door.

Want to have a say in what kind of bands Wild Oak will present this semester? Take our Survey, click the link below to take it now.

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=_2bxtI0XCdeGfjUyVHqZnAQA_3d_3d%22%3EClick

Archived under Clubs, Groups & Organizations on September 29, 2009

2009 Annual Security Report

The University’s “2009 Annual Security Report”, which includes the “Clery Act” crime, arrest and SJA referral statistics, has been posted on the UPD Web site.

Archived under Information on September 29, 2009

Gillian Welch is coming to Chico, Oct. 4

Chico Performances is bringing the edgy lyrics and guitar playing of Gillian Welch to Laxson Auditorium on Sun. Oct. 4 at 7:30pm.

Known for her passionate and personal interpretation of folk, bluegrass, and rock n’ roll, balladeer Gillian Welch rocketed into the national spotlight with her Grammy award-winning contribution to the O Brother, Where Art Thou? masterpiece. She will be accompanied by her longtime partner, guitarist David Rawlings, and this special evening will showcase Welch’s edgy songwriting and warm, rich vocal harmonies. This promises to be another “best show of the year.”

This performance will blend the modern style of a Grammy Award winning artist and the deep rooted culture of American folk music.

Ticket to Gillian Welch’s performance are $27 for Premium, $22 for Adult, $20 for Senior and $16 for Student/Child.

Tickets and more information are available at the Web site.

Archived under Events on September 29, 2009

Learn Sustainable Business Practices from the Sustainability Coordinator of Sierra Nevada

Join Net Impact, the sustainable business organization on Tues., Sept. 29 at 6:30pm in Glenn 210 to learn about Sierra Nevada’s sustainable business practices. We will have a guest speaker, Cheri Chastain, the Sustainability Coordinator at Sierra Nevada, on campus to teach us about the great business practices and policies that have been implemented at Sierra Nevada. She will share with us how sustainable practices help Sierra Nevada save money, help the environment, reduce their footprint, care for their employees and gain a competitive advantage. Open to all, so come join us for some pizza and insight into how Sierra Nevada continues to stay ahead of the competition.

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Academic Faire, Oct. 6

What do you want to be when you grow up? Not sure yet? Come to the Academic Faire on Tues., Oct. 6 from 10am to 2pm and figure it out. Hosted by the Associated Students Director of University Affairs, there will be representatives from every college on campus there to help answer students’ questions about majors and jobs.

KCSC Radio will be DJing the event and we will also be raffling off an iPod Nano, so be sure to come and get some information on majors you’re interested in.

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Student Learning Center Workshop for Sept. 30

Are you feeling overwhelmed by class reading? The Student Learning Center is offering a “Reading Strategies” workshop, to help students improve their comprehension and overall reading skills.

Sept. 30 (Wednesday) 3pm - 4pm
Reading Strategies
Christine Connerly
SSC 304

More workshops will be scheduled through the rest of the semester. A list of the semester workshops are located in the Student Learning Center. Workshops are free. Students can sign up in advance at the Student Learning Center (Student Services Center-3rd Floor) or by calling 898-6839.

Archived under Opportunities on September 29, 2009

Grant Opportunity for Undergraduate Students

Funds have been allocated by Provost Sandra Flake for the fall 2009 Undergraduate Awards for Research & Creativity. 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.

• Fall awards of up to $500 each will be made available to undergraduates (including graduating seniors).

• A cumulative GPA of 3.25 or above is required.

• A spring award cycle will be announced in January.

Interested qualified undergraduate students are encouraged to go to the Web site for more information. Deadline: 10/1/2009.

These awards are an exceptional and unique opportunity for students to create their own research or creative projects under the guidance of a faculty mentor.

Archived under Opportunities on September 29, 2009

Writing Tutor Drop-in Hours Now Available

Drop-in writing tutoring is now available in the Student Learning Center during the following times:

Monday through Thursday 2pm - 5pm
Friday 9am - 2pm

Students do not need an appointment to see a writing tutor during drop-in hours. Students who prefer to schedule an appointment for a guaranteed hour with a tutor, may do so at the front desk in the Student Learning Center.

The Student Learning Center is located in SSC 340. For more information, contact the SLC at 898-6839.

Archived under Opportunities on September 29, 2009

Chico Performances presents Internationally-renowned Van Cliburn Piano Competition Gold Medal Winner, Oct. 1

Join Chico Performances in welcoming Haochen Zhang, the Gold Medal winner of the 13th International Van Cliburn Piano Competition. The Van Cliburn Gold Medal Winner is scheduled to perform on Thurs., Oct. 1, 2009 at 7:30pm in Laxson Auditorium.

One of the highest honors in an artist’s career is to receive the Gold Medal for the renowned Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. Drawing pianists from around the world to the most prestigious piano gathering in the United States, the Van Cliburn award has launched careers into the upper echelon of classical performance. We are very pleased to host the 2009 Gold Medal Winner for this special solo recital.

Tickets to this performance are $23 Premium, $18 Adult, $16 Senior, $14 Student/Child.

For more information to this performance and tickets please visit www.chicoperformances.com or call 898-6333.

Archived under Events on September 29, 2009

Disability Leadership Council Meets Sept. 30

Disability Leadership Council meeting will be held Wed., Sept. 30 at 6pm in the DSS office, SSC 170.

We will be discussing events for the fall, replanting our indoor sensory garden, and getting to know each other. Snacks will be provided.

DLC is an AS club dedicated to raising awareness about disabilities on our campus. Please come join us. For more information please contact Alisha Spencer at aspencer12@mail.csuchico.edu.

Archived under Clubs, Groups & Organizations on September 29, 2009

STOP Meeting, Sept. 30

The student group S.T.O.P. - Stop Trafficking of Persons — is meeting Wed., Sept. 30, at 5pm in BMU 312. We have lots of great projects going for this semester. Everyone welcome. If you want to be on our mailing list, email us at stoptrafficking@csuchico.edu.

Archived under Clubs, Groups & Organizations on September 29, 2009

Attention Artists - Karaoke Club: Image Logo Design Contest

Call for original artwork.

We’re new on campus and don’t have a logo, so we’re holding a contest to determine what the new logo for the Karaoke Club could look like.

$25 Cash Prize + a Customized Club T-Shirt Featuring the Winning Design and Name of the Artist.

Contest submissions should be scanned as image files, attached to an email, and addressed to thekaraokeclub.csuchico@gmail.com Questions? Comments? Send all communications to the club e-mail.

Entries will be accepted starting Tues., Sept. 29, 2009 at 12:01am via e-mail attachments only and ending Oct. 15, 2009 at 3:30pm.

Anyone may submit artwork to be considered - club membership or attendance not required. Please submit your own original ideas only - no variations or rip-offs on someone else’s idea will be chosen.

Archived under Clubs, Groups & Organizations on September 29, 2009

First Guest Speaker for Society of Professional Journalists

Veteran journalist Jack Sirard will be speaking about how to snag a job in today’s economy. Mr. Sirard worked as an editor for The Sacramento Bee and San Jose Mercury News, and was also a nationally syndicated financial columnist. The meeting will be:

Wed., Sept. 30
6pm
Tehama 117

For more information contact Megan McCourt at meganmccourt@yahoo.com.

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American Society for Microbiology (ASM) Meets Sept. 30

The student chapter of the American Society for Microbiology (ASM) will be having a meeting Wed., Sept. 30 at 5pm in Holt 335. We will be talking about recent news, hosting speakers, upcoming field trips and other activities. Come join us and see what the microbiology club is all about. The club meets every other Wednesday in Holt 335 at 5pm.

Archived under Clubs, Groups & Organizations on September 29, 2009

Sacramento Semester Internship Program for Spring 2010

Applications due Nov. 6, 2009.

The Sacramento Semester program offers students a unique opportunity to work with members of the California legislature, the executive branch, or with political associations and lobbyists during a 4.5 month internship and seminar program. Students earn 12 upper-division units. All majors are encouraged to apply. Scholarships available from both Sacramento State and CSU, Chico. Application information available online.

For more information see the Web site. Pick up and submit your application to the CSU, Chico Political Science Department, 741 Butte Hall, 898-5301. Questions? Contact Professor Dwyre.

Archived under Opportunities on September 29, 2009

News Release: Hearst/CSU Trustees' Award Honors Future Teacher

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 25, 2009
CONTACT: Kathleen McPartland
Tel: 530-898-4260

Hearst/CSU Trustees’ Award Honors Future Teacher

Ger Thao, who is pursuing her teaching credential through the Integrated Teaching Core program, has received the prestigious 2009 William R. Hearst/CSU Trustee’s Award for Outstanding Achievement.

The Trustees’ Award provides financial support to students who show superior academic performance, community service and personal accomplishments in the face of personal hardship and challenges.

Thao was born in Thailand to Hmong parents and immigrated to the United States at an early age. She started kindergarten in Gridley, not speaking any English. With the assistance of her teachers and the encouragement of her family, Ger not only learned English, but had a distinguished high school academic career and received a President’s Scholar award upon her enrollment as a freshman at California State University, Chico.

The complete news release is available online.

Archived under News on September 29, 2009