A.S. Presents Country Star Eric Church, Dec. 6

AS Presents is proud to present Eric Church in the BMU Auditorium on Dec. 6, 2009. Doors open at 7:30pm. The performance will begin at 8pm.

When Nashville singer-songwriter Eric Church issued his debut Capitol CD in 2006, he was astonished when he took its songs on the road. Within months, a cult of rabid followers assembled, packing his shows, singing along to every word, driving hundreds of miles to see him and “spreading the gospel” of his extraordinary music. Thanks to Eric Church’s sizable fan base, his first album Sinners Like Me made it into the Top 10 on the country album charts. Carolina, the sophomore album by Eric Church, is another collection of strikingly original songs and sounds. Reflecting the restlessly creative character of its maker, Carolinais even more musically diverse than its illustrious predecessor.

Tickets are available at the University Box Office on 2nd and Normal or online.

Archived under Events on October 22, 2009

Approaches to Creating a Veteran-Friendly Campus (Webinar), Nov. 17

Individuals choose military service for various reasons, including funding for college. This webinar will examine the unique needs and challenges associated with this population, and offer strategies and programs. The following specific topics will be covered:

• Introduction to the new GI Bill;
• Stressors of transition to campus (mental health and medical);
• “Battlemind to Homemind”: Readjustment reactions following deployment;
• Support Services needed to create a veterans-centered campus;
• Recommendations from veterans regarding classroom expectations and engagement;
• Administration buy-in to create seamless programs and services; and
• Statewide initiatives to partner the Veterans Administration with policy makers and those in higher education.

Webinar Presenters:
• Bob Ackerman, associate professor, Department of Educational Leadership, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
• Derek Blumke, executive director, Student Veterans of America
• Deborah Casey, dean of student services, Green River Community College

Title: DIVR - Approaches to Creating a Veteran-friendly Campus Webinar
Session: Nov. 17, 2009 (Tues.) 11am - 12:30pm, Studio A (Basement of the library)
Contact: Tray Robinson, x4764

To register for the class, go to the Web site. If you have trouble registering, please e-mail Tray Robinson. or USDP@csuchico.edu

Archived under Opportunities on October 22, 2009

News Release: Eagle Lake Field Station Continues To Offer Facilities for Research and Recreation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 22, 2009
CONTACT: Kathleen McPartland
Tel: 530-898-4260
Jay Bogiatto, Biological Sciences
530-898-4490

Eagle Lake Field Station Continues To Offer Facilities for Research and Recreation

The Eagle Lake Field Station (ELFS) remains open for business, despite changes in management. The field station is owned by California State University, Chico Research Foundation and the University and was managed by the Research Foundation through August of this year.

Due to a variety of financial issues, the Research Foundation terminated their existing ELFS projects and entered a lease agreement with John and Tracey Crowe, who have served as ELFS staff for several years. The ELFS is still available to those wishing to schedule academic activities or enjoy recreational fishing.

The field station, sited on 80 acres on the middle eastern shore of Eagle Lake, lies at the juncture of four major geologic provinces. The lake is bordered on the west by the Cascade Range, on the south by the Sierra Nevada, on the east by the arid Great Basin Desert, and on the north by the Modoc Plateau. This geologic diversity provides for a unique set of ecological communities. In addition to the highly diverse geologic and ecological landscapes of the region, the lake supports one of California’s most well known native fish, the Eagle Lake rainbow trout. This endemic trout population provides a unique fishing opportunity to those wishing to engage in fishing activities at one of Northern California’s most pristine and aesthetically attractive lakes.

The complete news release is available online.

Archived under News on October 22, 2009

News Release: University Hosts All Majors Career and Internship Fair

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 22, 2009
CONTACT: Kathleen McPartland
Tel: 530-898-4260

University Hosts All Majors Career and Internship Fair

The California state University, Chico Career Center will host its fall All Majors Career and Internship Fair, Wednesday, Nov. 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the BMU Auditorium.

Attendees such as PG&E, Gallo Sales Company, Resort at Squaw Creek, Target, CHP and Blue Shield of California will interact with a variety of students from across campus seeking internships and full-time positions.

“Career Fairs at Chico State continue to be strong, even in light of the current challenging economic times,” said Career Center Director Jamie Starmer. “Students continue to make significant professional contacts at our career fairs, which lead directly to professional jobs and internships.”

The complete news release is available online.

Archived under News on October 22, 2009

News Release: An Evening with Nikki Giovanni Tomorrow, Friday, October 23

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 22, 2009
CONTACT: Kathleen McPartland
Tel: 530-898-4260
Tracy Butts, Multicultural and Gender Studies
530-898-5151

An Evening with Nikki Giovanni Tomorrow, Friday, October 23

Grammy-nominated poet, activist and author Nikki Giovanni will present a public reading on Oct. 23, 7 p.m., in the Bell Memorial Union, California State University, Chico. The event is free and open to the public.

Giovanni is a professor of English and the Gloria D. Smith Professor of Black Studies at Virginia Tech, where she has taught since 1987.

Giovanni’s early poetry collections include “Black Feeling, Black Talk” (1967), “Black Judgment” (1968), and “Re: Creation” (1970). More recently, she has published “Bicycles: Love Poems” (2009); “Acolytes” (2007); “The Collected Poetry of Nikki Giovanni: 1968-1998”; and “Quilting the Black-Eyed Pea: Poems and Not-Quite Poems” (2002).

The complete news release is available online.

Archived under News on October 22, 2009

Pulitzer-Prize Winner Daniel Walker Howe to Give Cowden Lecture, Oct. 28

Joanna Dunlap Cowden Memorial Lecture
Daniel Walker Howe: What Hath God Wrought

Wed., Oct. 28 at 7:30pm
Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Daniel Walker Howe (UCLA and Oxford) explores the dramatic technological changes that transformed the U.S. from a “Third World” country to a major power from roughly 1815 to 1848. The History Department hosts a reception following the talk.

Admission: Free and Open to the Public. More information is available at the Web site.

Archived under Events on October 22, 2009

Student Computing Drop-In Workshops

Student Computing is presenting the following workshops next week:

Excel I 2007
Tues., Oct. 27
5pm - 6pm
MLIB 457

Excel I 2007
Wed., Oct. 28
12pm - 1pm
MLIB 457

The Excel I 2007 workshop is an introduction and overview of the concepts and components of worksheets. Workshop attendees will learn how to create, use, format and edit a worksheet. They will learn formatting functions and how to design and build simple formulas. They will also learn how to use cell references to reorganize data. This is a good opportunity for those who already know Excel basics to refresh their skills and learn how to use the Microsoft 2007 Ribbon menus.

No sign-up is required for these workshops. Faculty, staff and students are welcome to attend. For more information about the Student Computing workshops, visit the Student Computing web site or contact Student Computing at 898-HELP.

Archived under Opportunities on October 22, 2009

Travel the World and Earn College Credits with Camp Adventure

Camp Adventure Child and Youth Services is looking to hire CSU, Chico students who are interested in working with youth around the world and the United States. Camp Adventure will pay you $1,500 for a 10 week camp, pay for housing and airfare, as well as give you 12 College Credits. Attend one of the following information meetings to learn more or contact Mike Moen at CampAdv@csuchico.edu.

All meetings are held in Tehama 113:
Tues., Oct. 20, 2009: 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mon., Oct. 26, 2009: 2pm - 3pm
Tues, Nov. 3, 2009: 4pm - 5pm
Mon, Nov. 9, 2009: 3pm - 4pm
Tues, Nov. 10, 2009: 4pm - 5pm
Tues, Nov. 17, 2009: 4pm - 5pm
Tues, Dec. 1, 2009: 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Camp Adventure Hiring Day:
Sat., Dec. 5 @ 10am
Selvester’s Cafe on the CSU, Chico Campus

Archived under Information on October 22, 2009

The Hobbit is coming to CSU, Chico, Nov. 3

Chico Performances is presenting the larger than life puppet experience, The Hobbit on Nov. 3 in Laxson Auditorium at 7:30pm.

Who hasn’t heard of the superb trilogy of The Lord of the Rings? Using giant theatrical puppets, this production of The Hobbit chronicles the wonderful journey of Bilbo Baggins to Lonely Mountain and his slow change from a provincial hobbit into a world-weary hero. This highly successful adaptation has received standing ovations throughout the world.

This enchanting performance is sure to transport you to a magical world where you can follow along as if you were a part of the story.

Tickets for this larger than life performance are $18 for Adult, $16 for Senior, and $14 for Student/Child.

To buy tickets or for more information please visit the Web site or call the University Box Office at 530-898-6333.

Archived under Events on October 22, 2009

Student Art Contest and Art Show

Art Contest Put on by CSU, Chico Green Campus

• We are looking for artwork that can express our theme “Step Up Power Down” dealing with energy conservation and savings. It is open to your creativity.
• An opportunity to have your work shown at the Common Ground Café in the BMU, Nov. 5-20 and during the “This Way to Sustainability Conference”, Nov. 5-7.
• 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize winners will receive a $100, $50 or $25 gift certificate to a local business of your choice. You will have your work published on stickers that will be used for Green Campus publicity and advertised on campus.
• Artwork must be submitted by Wed., Oct. 28 in BMU 301.
• Preferred artwork size is 8 ½x11 on 16×20 or smaller mounted backing.
• Any questions contact Emily; Green Campus Project Manager.

For more information, call 530-210-6896 and check out our Web site.

Archived under Opportunities on October 22, 2009

Turning Away From Hate: CSU, Chico Hillel presents TJ Leyden, Nov. 3

Tues., Nov. 3
7pm
PAC 144 (Harlan Adams Theater)

Come hear Ex-Neo-Nazi speak out against hate. Hear his story about his radical change of heart and how he now speaks to students to try to change the hearts of others and show how hate is not the way.

Mr. Leyden’s visit is co-sponsored by the AS Activity Fee Council, Chico Hillel, the Departments of Psychology and Sociology and various off-campus groups.

For further information contact CSU, Chico Hillel , 530-879-0870.

Archived under Events on October 22, 2009

7th Annual Chico Organic Farming and Food Conference

Wed., Nov. 4
8:30am - 2:30pm
BMU 210
Dairy and Farm Tours: 3pm - 4:30pm

The 7th Annual Chico Organic Farming and Food Conference will be held from 8:30am until 2:30pm on Wed., Nov. 4 in Room 210 of the Bell Memorial Union on the CSU, Chico Campus and followed by tours of the Organic Vegetable Project and the Organic Dairy from 3pm until 4:30pm on the University Farm.

The conference is sponsored by the CSU, Chico College of Agriculture, Department of Nutrition and Food Science, and the North Valley Chapter of California Certified Organic Farmers. The program is free and open to the public.

For more information and the agenda please visit the Web site or call 530 898-4137.

Archived under Events on October 22, 2009

Kindergarten Fair, Nov.18

The ASCDL will be hosting a Kindergarten Fair on Nov. 18, 2009 in the BMU, at 5:30pm - 7pm. The event is free and open to the public.

Representatives from area kindergartens including alternative, traditional, and private programs will be present to offer information and answer questions.

Archived under Events on October 22, 2009

Join Chico Performances to Welcome Daryl Hannah, Actress, Environmentalist & On the Creek Lecture Series Speaker, Nov. 6

Chico Performances and Klean Kanteen present Daryl Hannah, actress, environmentalist and On the Creek Lecture Series speaker, in a presentation entitled The Solution Revolution on Friday, Nov. 6, 2009 at 7:30pm in Laxson Auditorium.

Daryl Hannah has been committed to promoting a “low impact” lifestyle for over 20 years. Hannah was recently invited by the United Nations to address members of the Global Climate Crisis session and has spoken at the UN Global Business Conference on the environment, as well as appearing at many other national conferences. Hannah repeatedly appears on television with her sustainability focus, has hosted and produced several videos, and has written articles that teach how to be “green.”

This discussion on sustainability is sponsored by Klean Kanteen, maker of the original, reusable, stainless steel water bottle.

Tickets are $25 Premium, $20 Adult, $18 Senior, $15 Student/child.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the Web site.

Archived under Events on October 22, 2009

Pilobolus is coming to Chico Nov. 8 - Dance, Mime, Acrobats & Theater

Chico Performances presents the innovative dance troupe, Pilobolus performing on Nov. 8 in Laxson Auditorium at 7:30pm.

Ever-evolving - and always surprising - the members of Pilobolus are not only dancers: they are also acrobats and theater and mime artists; as zany as the Marx Brothers, as clever as Houdini; poets who convert their bodies into interchangeable and interlocking parts. This troupe of superhuman artistic athletes continues to turn heads and eyes with its novel approach to gravity, balance, and over-the-top partnerings. Especially entrancing is their shadow work featured at the 2007 Academy Awards. This performance is supported, in part, by the Western States Arts Federation and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Tickets for this performance are $26 for Premium, $21 for Adult, $19 for Senior and $15 for Student/Child.

To purchase tickets and get more information please visit the Web site or call the University Box Office at 898-6333.

Archived under Events on October 22, 2009

Great Gift: 2010 Chico Poster Calendar

The poster-sized calendar created each year by Academic Technologies features a color photo of the azalea garden and Kendall Hall. This 17” × 23” wall calendar, with a photo by Brenden Price, university photography intern, is great for a gift or an addition to your office.

Calendars are available at the library copy center (Rapid Graphics) MLIB 204, AS Bookstore, or we’ll deliver to your department office.

— $3.99 each, 6 or more $2.99 each
— Add $3 per poster for lamination
— Sales tax will be added to cash, ATM, and credit card transactions, but not to CAFs
— Large quantity discounts available
— CAFs accepted. Send to Zip 005

For quantity discounts or deliveries call x4499. For more information or to see a photo of the calendar see Web site.

Archived under Information on October 22, 2009

University Film Series: THE SACRIFICE, Nov. 10

University Film Series
Tuesdays at 7:30pm
Ayres 106 (Little Theatre)
$3 donation appreciated

Nov. 10
The Sacrifice (Offret-Sacrificatio) (1986, Sweden) 145 min. Directed by Andrei Tarkovsky. Sponsored by the Humanities Center and introduced by Troy Jollimore, Philosophy and Humanities Center*

This film is a haunting vision of a world threatened with nuclear annihilation. As a wealthy Swedish family celebrates the birthday of their patriarch, Alexander (Erland Josephson), their mood of celebration turns horrific when news of the outbreak of World War III reaches their remote Baltic island. With his arresting palette of luminous grays washing over the bleak landscape—captured on film by Ingmar Bergman’s longtime collaborator Sven Nykvist—Tarkovsky conveys the family’s psychological devastation as they enter into a waking nightmare. Faced with certain extinction, Alexander performs the ultimate sacrifice, entering into a Faustian bargain with God to save his loved ones from the “sickening, animal fear” which grips them. The director’s final film, made as he was dying of cancer, this is a profoundly moving personal masterpiece, a redemptive tragedy steeped in unforgettable imagery and heart-wrenching emotion.

• Part of the Humanities Center’s year-long theme “Memory, Nostalgia, Ruins.”

Archived under Events on October 22, 2009

Paintball Club Meeting, Oct. 22

Thurs., Oct. 22
7pm
BMU 103

For more information, contact Alex Barton: abarton1@mailcsuchico.edu

Archived under Clubs, Groups & Organizations on October 22, 2009

Call for Original Artwork: Karaoke Club Logo Design Contest Deadline Extended

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

There’s a $25 cash prize as well as a customized shirt featuring the winning design and name of the artist.

Contest submissions should be scanned as image files, attached to e-mails, and addressed to thekaraokeclub.csuchico@gmail.com .

Entries will be accepted until 11:59pm on Nov. 5, 2009 via e-mail attachments ONLY.

Entries may be abstract or focused and may contain any color or pattern. Design will be used for shirts, posters, banners, and signs.

Anyone may submit artwork to be considered - club membership or attendance is not required. Have fun with it.

Archived under Opportunities on October 22, 2009

Karaoke Club - Weekly Meetings

Saturdays, Starting at 10pm
The Newman Catholic Center - Chico
346 Cherry Street (and W 3rd St.)

K Club is an awesome place to be on a Saturday night. What we provide is more than just Karaoke. We provide a safe place for students to get together on a Saturday night and hang out.

All Students are welcome. We have hot food and snacks at very reasonable prices. All food is $1 or less, and attendance is only $2. You’re more than welcome to bring your own music tracks. For those non-singers out there, we’ve got a huge space where we can play pool, air hockey, ping pong, Foosball, Apples to Apples, Cranium, Monopoly, and Catch-Phrase.

Karaoke isn’t about being the best. It’s not about having a good voice. It’s about loving music and individual interpretation. It’s about being comfortable in front of your friends and peers. It’s about freedom and expression. You don’t have to perform. In fact, you don’t have to sing at all when you come to the K. All you have to do…is come.

Contact: thekaraokeclub.csuchico@gmail.com

Facebook Group ID: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=132694902286&ref=mf

Come hang out - bring a friend - this is an alcohol-free event.

Archived under Clubs, Groups & Organizations on October 22, 2009

Schedule Your Graduation Photo Session Today

Attention Seniors:

Graduating this fall or spring? Avoid the rush and schedule your graduation photo session now. Sitting fees start at just $10, and you can select from a variety of packages. Call Student Photography Services at 898-6498 to schedule your portrait session or for more details.

Archived under Information on October 22, 2009

Career Center On-Campus Recruiting Calendar - Week at a Glance: Oct. 26- 30

The following events are geared to students in search of career employment (graduating seniors) or internships. Interested students from all majors are encouraged to take advantage of these and other services of the Career Center. Drop in hours are Mondays through Fridays from 1pm - 4pm or by appointment.

WORKSHOPS:

Tues., Oct. 27
• How to Get A Government Job, 4pm in SSC 270 Wed., Oct. 28
• Career Development Networking Through Linkedin, 3pm - 4pm, SSC 270
• Getting Into Grad School, 4pm, SSC 270
• International School System Search Associates, 6pm - 8pm, SSC 270

Thurs., Oct. 29
• Winning Interview Techniques, 10am, SSC 270

INFORMATION SESSIONS: An information session is hosted by a company interested in hiring graduates or interns. Information sessions are a great way to get to know company recruiters in a casual setting and find out about company culture. Appropriate attire is “business casual”.

Oct. 26 Disney Consumer Products, 4pm - 5pm, SSC 270
Oct. 27 Marriott Vacation Club, 5:30pm - 6:30pm, SSC 270

APPLICATION DEADLINES:
Oct. 26 E&J Gallo (Information Services)

INTERVIEWS:
Oct. 28 Pepsi Bottling Group
Oct. 29 Sherwin Williams Automotive Finishes
Oct. 29 Marriott Vacation Club

Career Center
Student Services Center 270
898-5253

Archived under Opportunities on October 22, 2009

Adventure Outings UpcomingTrips

Fri., Nov. 6 - Sun., Nov. 8
Students: $89
General: $99
Transportation, instruction, and canoe equipment provided.
Camp on the Mendocino Coast in the Redwoods and paddle in and out of Big River riding tidal currents.

Also offering Thanksgiving break trips:

Nov. 22 - Nov. 28, 2009
Yosemite National Park Fall Tour
Waterfalls, old trees, beautiful lakes, mountains, and friends.

Nov. 22 - Nov. 28
Channel Islands National Park Fall Escape
Explore coastal habitats and spend time camping on ocean islands among wildlife and wildflowers.

Nov. 20 - Nov. 25
Klamath River Expedition
Ride rapids and camp on the river near the Oregon border. Bald Eagles, wild salmon, campfires and big waves.

For more information call 530-898-4011 or visit the Web site. Sign up with AO in the WREC today.

Archived under Events on October 22, 2009