INSIDE THIS WEEK’S NEWS@COMCOL (details below)
** Commonwealth College Notices **
+ STUDENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING, OCT 25
+ WWWORKSHOP - ”RHODES” TO SUCCESS, OCT 19
+ 5-COLLEGE COMMUNITY-BASED LEARNING/CSL WORKSHOP, OCT 20
+ EDWARD SCISSORHANDS SHOWING OUTDOORS, OCT 20
+ MAJORS FAIR, NOV 2
** Course & Internship Announcements **
+ WINTER COURSE IN MEXICO - HONORS 397I
** Other Announcements & Events **
+ WRITERS WORK WITH TREE SWENSON, OCT 17
+ HOMECOMING BONFIRE AND PEP RALLY, OCT 13
+ KNOWLEDGE BEYOND THE CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE DINNER, OCT 19
+ SCIENCE NETWORK MEETING AT MIT, OCT 22
+ TAKE THE ONLY GRE PRACTICE TEST THIS SEMESTER, OCT 29
+ DEAN’S LIST RECEPTION COMMITTEE
+ YEARBOOK ’05-’06 LOOKING FOR NEW STAFF MEMBERS
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** Commonwealth College Notices **
STUDENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING, OCT 25
The Student Advisory Board will next meet with Dean Slakey on October 11 from 6:00-7:00pm, Commonwealth College lounge, 504 Goodell. Meetings are open to all Commonwealth College students, and pizza served. If you're interested in finding out more or attending, please contact Melissa Beesley at mbeesley@comcol.umass.edu or call 577-3909.
WWWORKSHOP - ”RHODES” TO SUCCESS, OCT 19
An Orientation to prestigious scholarships such as the Rhodes, Truman, Marshall, and Fulbright, as well as a brief summary of graduate programs in the U.K. and Ireland. Workshops take place 6:00-7:00pm in 504 Goodell, and dinner is served. RSVP to peers@comcol.umass.edu if you plan to attend. For full semester schedule, see the WWW web page.
5-COLLEGE COMMUNITY-BASED LEARNING/CSL WORKSHOP, OCT 20
The Five Colleges (Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke and Smith Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst) will host the Community-Based Learning and Community Service Workshop on Thursday, October 20 from 6:30 pm until 9:30 pm at UMass. Students who are new to the Pioneer Valley and seeking opportunities for civic engagement, as well as students who are experienced in both areas, are invited. Check-in begins at 6:00 pm in the atrium of the Goodell Building. Activities begin promptly at 6:30 pm. Light refreshments will be served. E-mail abrown@comcol.umass.edu or call 413.577.2015 to register. (See news release for more information.)
EDWARD SCISSORHANDS SHOWING OUTDOORS, OCT 20
On Thursday, October 20, Commonwealth College will be showing EDWARD SCISSORHANDS as a part of our C3 (Commonwealth College Community) Events. The movie will be showing outside by the campus pond at 7:30 pm. We will be serving hot chocolate, cider and snacks. Bring a blanket!
MAJORS FAIR, NOV 2
Pre-Major Advising Services, Commonwealth College and Career Services will co-sponsor a Majors Fair that will take place on Wednesday, November 2 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom. All current and prospective students are cordially invited to attend. The event will provide an opportunity for undeclared students to explore potential areas of study while allowing current majors to learn about other options they may not know exist at the University. Don’t miss this once-a-year chance to explore the impressive array of majors and resources available at UMass! Representatives from over 90 different departments will be present to answer questions and provide literature on major requirements and opportunities. Light refreshments provided by the Career Services will make the occasion both festive and informative.
** Course & Internship Announcements **
WINTER COURSE IN MEXICO - HONORS 397I
With Professor John Gerber
This new 4-credit January-term course, "Participatory Leadership: Consensus, Conflict and Community" or less formally known as "Leadership for Social Change," will take place in an Ecovillage called Huehuecoyotl in the Volcano Belt of central Mexico. You will join other students in learning together how to do the important work of healing ourselves, our institutions and maybe the planet. For more information, see http://www.comcol.umass.edu/news/texts/mexico.htm.
** Other Announcements & Events **
WRITERS WORK WITH TREE SWENSON, OCT 17
As Executive Director of one of the most prestigious and influential literary organizations in the nation, Tree Swenson plays a crucial role in the life of poetry in our culture, overseeing educational, outreach, publishing, awards, and advocacy programs including “April Is Poetry Month.” Tree’s background in the literary arts includes serving as publisher and executive director of Copper Canyon Press, which she co-founded in 1973, and as director of programs for the Massachusetts Cultural Council, where she oversaw grants in all arts disciplines for organizations, artists, schools, and communities. Join us as Tree discusses her experience in publishing, arts advocacy, and administration, and her work to promote an understanding of poetry and literature as essential. Monday, October 17, 4:00pm in Bartlett 316.
HOMECOMING BONFIRE AND PEP RALLY, OCT 13
Homecoming 2005 is almost here... come support your Minutemen! We've set up a Homecoming Bonfire and Pep Rally at the Campus Pond on Thursday, October 13th. Festivities start at 8! We also have a MinuteMic Talent Contest--sign ups start October 5th in the campus center. The contest will be held at the Bluewall on Thursday, October 13th, at 10 pm, following the bonfire. Come watch friends and strangers face off for a fabulous prize and bragging rights as the most talented Minuteman! You vote on who wins. Also, come by the campus center to buy tickets to our raffle--prizes include an iPod nano, and over 20 gift certificates from Panera, Elegant Nails, Western Mass Family Gold, Subway, Bueno y Sano, Antonio's, and Dick's Sporting Goods.
KNOWLEDGE BEYOND THE CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE DINNER, OCT 19
Why do I have three forks? UMass Amherst Alumni Association and University Catering are sponsoring an Etiquette Dinner on Wednesday, October 19, at 6:00 p.m. in the Campus Center, 10th Floor. This actual dinner will lead students through the potential pitfalls of a business dinner with various “dangerous” foods. Carol McGuiggan, an etiquette professional, will show how to navigate a formal dinner place setting, meal etiquette and answer questions. $7.00 per person. Register online at www.UMassAlumni.com/students.
SCIENCE NETWORK MEETING AT MIT, OCT 22
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 18, 2005!
The New England Board of Higher Education's invites University of Massachusetts Amherst students to our annual Science Network Meeting at MIT on Saturday, October 22nd. The meeting is an opportunity for minority students interested in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields to apply for scholarships and network with mentors who specialize in these fields. Please find more information at this link: http://www.nebhe.org/sciencenetwork.html. Select "coordinator of students" for registration forms and more. Students can register on line (password = scinet14) or download a printable form to be faxed to NEBHE's office (fax 617-338-1577). If you have any questions, contact Vanessa Goldstein at (617) 357-9620 ex. 140.
TAKE THE ONLY GRE PRACTICE TEST THIS SEMESTER, OCT 29
Why wait to take the real thing at $115 for Grad school when you could get familiar with how the test is set up for ONLY $2? Sponsored by Psi Chi (the National Honor Society in Psychology), take this GRE practice test and KAPLAN Test Prep will help you receive answers, analysis, receive a free teachback after the test, and guidelines for prepping for the real thing. Saturday, October 29, 2005 @ 10am (test lasts about 1.5 hrs) Email umasspsichi@yahoo.com for more information. To register, stop by the Psi Chi Coffee table in 4th floor Tobin Lobby Monday- Friday 9am-11:30am or visit www.kaptest.com!
DEAN’S LIST RECEPTION COMMITTEE
Interested in building leadership skills while recognizing student achievement? Help organize the annual Dean’s List Reception! The event will be help in late February or early March. The time commitment is minimal for great rewards – developing personal contacts with administration, learning to plan events, and adding an accomplishment to your resume or CV. Please email Julie at jweisman@student.umass.edu if you would like to be involved.
YEARBOOK ’05-’06 LOOKING FOR NEW STAFF MEMBERS
Are you into photography, journalism, or graphic design? Or maybe you're a person who is into marketing or editing. The '05-'06 Yearbook is seeking new staff members who are interested in any of these fields. We meet every Friday, at 4:00 pm, in Room 304 Student Union. Feel free to stop by or e-mail Kara at kbcunnin@student.umass.edu for more information. Can't wait to hear from you!