Campus Notices

Library Lunchtime Lecture - Women Inspiring Innovation Through Imagination

blacksong — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 0:00:00

The James E. Books Library will host a Women’s History Lunchtime Lecture from Noon to 1:00 pm in the Brook’s Library Academic and Research Commons Presentation Rooms. Please feel free to bring your lunch with you to the event.

• Thursday April 11, 2013 - Women Inspiring Innovation Through Imagination: 2013 National Women’s History Month Honorees by Courtney Paddick, Academic and Research Commons Librarian

Library Lunchtime Lecture - CWU's Origins as a Women's College

blacksong — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 0:00:00

• Thursday April 18, 2013 - CWU’s Origins as a Women’s College by Karen Blair, Professor of History.

Women's History Month 2013: Transcending Gender

hauserl — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 0:00:00

Our theme for Women's History Month 2013 is Transcending Gender, which will encourage the campus community to think about the various ways in which the traditional gender and sex binaries (masculine/feminine and male/female) are being challenged. As a culture, we still tend to believe that those binaries are rooted in natural differences, and we then tend to justify a wide range of gender-based judgments and practices upon that belief. The repercussions of these assumptions extend to homophobia and gender coercion in the case of intersex persons. We have planned a series of events to get us to think critically about how gender norms are currently enforced, and what alternatives might be. Please click here to view the schedule of events.

ASCWU-BOD Weekly Meetings on Tuesdays

holliday — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 0:00:00

The Associated Students of Central Washington University Board of Directors (ASCWU-BOD) will host their Weekly Public Meetings every Tuesday, from March 26 to May 28, at 7 p.m. throughout Spring Quarter. All meetings in the months of March and May will be in the Student Union and Recreation Center (SURC) Pit and all meetings in the month of April will be in SURC 301.

These meetings provide an open forum for all Central students and community members to ask questions, give feedback and offer suggestions.

For more information, contact Spencer Flores at 509-963-1700 or in SURC 236.

ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS: Outdoor Photo Contest

holliday — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 0:00:00

Outdoor Pursuits and Rentals (OPR) is seeking submissions March 26 to April 12 for its annual Juried Outdoor Photo Contest. Entry forms and contest rules are online at www.cwu.edu/opr/photo-contest.

All entries must be outdoor photos that fall into one of three categories—Outdoor, Pursuit or Rentals. Check out the website to get a better idea of each category and winners from past contests.

Voting for selected entries will be April 17 and 18 in the Student Union and Recreation Center (SURC). The winners will be announced April 18 at the Outdoor Spring Symposium.

This contest is limited to CWU students, faculty and staff, and each entrant is limited to three submissions. Submissions are $5 per entry, or $12 for three.

For more information contact OPR at 509-963-3537 or outdoorpursuits@cwu.edu.

Friday Children's Art Classes (FCAC)

stoddars — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 0:00:00

REGISTRATION OPEN: Wilderness First Responder Certification Course

holliday — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 0:00:00

OPR is sponsoring a Wilderness First Responder Certification course, presented by the Wilderness Medicine Training Center. This rigorous course is open to anyone, including those living outside of Ellensburg. The course costs $500 for CWU students and Rec. Center members (before May 1), $600 (after May 1) and $550 for non-members (before May 1), $650 (after May 1).

The course has two parts—home study and testing (March 25 - May 31), followed by a five-day practical course in June. Upon completion of the course, participants will earn their Wilderness First Responder Certification.

Section one calls for participants to complete online lessons and tests on material Wilderness First Responders must know. These lessons include presentations on how to deal with medical emergencies like spinal cord injuries, hypothermia and seizures in a remote environment.

Three classroom sessions will be scheduled to help on-campus and local participants with the material. Students in the course must complete all section one components prior to attending the on-site practical session.

Section two of the Wilderness First Responder Certification course is June 10 to 14 at OPR. This five-day practical session includes 10 or more hours of class time per day, along with several hands-on lab sessions to simulate real world situations.

This course should not be taken lightly, as the Wilderness Medicine Training Center requires a great deal of dedication from its students. To learn more about the course and what it requires of participants, visit www.wildmedcenter.com.

For information on how to register, visit www.cwu.edu/opr/wfrwemt or contact OPR at 509-963-3537 or outdoorpursuits@cwu.edu.

REGISTRATION OPEN: Powerlifting Meet at Recreation Center April 7

holliday — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 0:00:00

CWU University Recreation is hosting a Powerlifting Meet Sunday, April 7 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Student Union and Recreation Center (SURC) Weight Room. Registration is $15 for a one event, $25 for two and is available at the Recreation Center front desk or online at www.cwu.edu/rec. Registration is available to CWU students, faculty and staff.

The Powerlifting Meet will feature two lifts—bench press and dead lift. Participants can choose to compete in either event, or choose to do both, which is called the push-pull. The “Wilks Score,” which divides the amount lifted by the competitors weight, will determine the competitors score. Trophies will be awarded for first, second and third place for each men’s and women’s weight class.

Weigh-ins are required for each competitor, and begin prior to the event at 10 a.m. in the Weight Room. Bench Press is first on the schedule, beginning at 11:30 a.m. Dead Lifts are scheduled to begin after, with trophy presentations around 5:30 p.m. These times are scheduled to change.

Entry fee and forms are due to the CWU Recreation Center front desk by April 5.

For more information contact Eric Scott at 509-963-3511 or scotter@cwu.edu.

Wildcat Day!

bryantst — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 0:00:00

Mark your calendars for Wildcat Day!

April 13, 2013 from 8am-4pm

For a full schedule visit:
https://www.cwu.edu/housing/wildcat-day

This is for all Fall 2013 Admitted FY and Transfer students and their guests. Please help us by participating in this important recruitment and orientation program.

Club and Organization Fair is from 8AM-10AM in the SURC
Academic and Department Fair is from 12:30PM-1:30PM in the SURC

Study Abroad Fair April 9th

studyabroad — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 0:00:00

Take the first step towards becoming a global citizen!

Come join us to learn more about study abroad on Tuesday April 9th from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm in SURC room 137.

Representatives from several program sponsors and campus organizations will be on hand to answer any questions you might have about studying abroad and how it will make an impact on your college career!

CWU Athletic Director Finalists Coming to Campus

cmsmgr — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 0:00:00

The five finalists for the position of Central Washington University athletic director have been selected and will participate in on-campus interviews, open to all members of the campus community, during the first two weeks of April.

The finalists are:

· Dennis Francois, associate director of athletics for external affairs at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa. Francois’s campus forum will be held Wednesday, April 3, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in Science 142.

· Gary Hyatt, associate athletic director for compliance and academics at CWU. His campus forum is scheduled for Monday, April 8, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in Barge 412.

· Tracee Passeggi, associate athletic director and senior woman administrator at Cal Poly Pomona. Her campus forum will be held Wednesday, April 10 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in Barge 412.

· Greg Waggoner, athletic director/director for development at Western State Colorado University in Gunnison, Colorado. His campus forum is scheduled for Thursday, April 11, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in Barge 412.

· Barbara Dearing, associate athletic director for business and financial operations and senior woman administrator at Portland State University. Her campus forum is scheduled for Monday, April 15 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in Barge 412.

Each campus forum will also be available through interactive videoconferencing at CWU campuses statewide and via video streaming at www.cwu.edu/~its/streaming/.

A complete resume for each candidate is available at www.cwu.edu/hr/athletic-director. The person selected, who is expected to start on July 1, will follow Jack Bishop, who is retiring after serving as CWU’s athletic director since 2000.

Evening of Recognition: Call for Nominations DUE APRIL 15

holliday — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 0:00:00

The Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement (CLCE) is now accepting nominations of individuals who have made an impact in the lives of others and frequently go over and beyond their call to help to be honored at the 16th annual Evening of Recognition Wednesday, May 22 at 5:30 p.m. Nominations are due Monday, April 15.

The Evening of Recognition is intended to honor students, faculty and staff who have been nominated and chosen for their extraordinary efforts on campus. Everyone honored at the Evening of Recognition has had a positive influence on the Central community, while also practicing servant leadership.

Nomination forms are available online at www.cwu.edu/leadership-engage or in the CLCE office in SURC 260.

For more information contact Joanne Perez at 509-963-2187 or perezjo@cwu.edu.

SHARE W/ STUDENTS: Professional business fraternity, Alpha Kappa Psi, looking for members

holliday — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 0:00:00

The CWU chapter of Alpha Kappa Psi is hosting Rush Weeks, March 26 through April 10, looking for members who wish to better themselves in leadership as well as prepare themselves for the business world after school. Numerous informational meetings have been scheduled, all in Shaw Smyser room 111 and membership is open to any major.

Tuesday, April 2 at 7 p.m.
Wednesday, April 3 at 6 p.m.
Monday, April 8 at 3 p.m.
Wednesday, April 10 at 5 p.m.

Alpha Kappa Psi is a professional business fraternity that helps its members improve resumes, hosts community and fundraising events and goes to conventions for networking opportunities, among other things. The fraternity also hosts Brotherhood events, where Central students get the chance to introduce themselves to others in the chapter.

Alpha Kappa Psi is a prestigious association of students, professors, graduates and professionals with common interests and goals. All Central students are encouraged to join and take advantage of valuable educational, friendship and networking opportunities.

For more information, please contact Madalyn Freeman at 206-852-6776 or madalynfreeman@gmail.com.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for Career Quest 2013 - Our Biggest Job and Internship Fair

jallen — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 0:00:00

VOLUNTEER for Career Quest and have the opportunity to network with employers, be able to put this on your resume under VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCES and possibly even get yourself an interview with an employer. All majors welcome!!

For more info about volunteering contact Jessey Allen at jallen@cwu.edu

To learn more about Career Quest in general view the following:

Career Quest - All Major Job & Internship Fair
Thursday, Apr 11
10:00 am to 2:00 pm

WHAT: 2013 CWU Career Quest
All Major Job & Internship Fair

WHEN: Thursday, April 11, 2013
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Please note new time)

WHERE: CWU Ellensburg Campus, SURC Ballroom

CWU's all-major premier career event for alumni, upcoming graduates and students seeking grad school opportunities, summer internships, and job positions.

Don't miss this opportunity to participate in active recruiting and networking!

Students: For more information and list of registered organizations visit:
http://wcn.experience.com/stu/cf_details?fhnd=6110

Employers: Registration open now until April 1, to register visit:
http://www.experience.com/emp/cf_details?fhnd=6110

CWU Federal Credit Union is Here to Help You

coveyte — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Do you have credit card debt that charges high interest? The CWU Federal Credit Union would like to help you pay these off. We have loan rates starting at 5% on approved credit.

Is a new or used car in your future? We have loan rates at 3% on approved credit.

Our loans are paid through CWU payroll deduction each pay period so your loan will be paid automatically. You won't have to worry about mailing checks or late payments.

Our membership is open to CWU employees, their immediate family and CWU retirees. Please call or stop in if we can answer any questions or start the paperwork.

We are located in Farrell Hall, Room #123. Phone 963-1995 or check our website at www.cwu.edu/credit-union/.

Faculty Safari Information Sessions

lonowsda — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Valued Faculty-

Information Sessions are available regarding your faculty access to Safari, our Student Administration System, on an individual basis either in person or online through Blackboard Collaborate.

If you find yourself asking questions such as these:

Where can I find…?
How do I advise someone who isn’t my advisee?
How do I release a Service Indicator?
How do I print…?
How do I change my term default?
How do I enter grades?

…please consider requesting a personalized Faculty Safari Information Session.

This session can be requested by filling out and submitting the class registration form located at the following address:

http://www.cwu.edu/~pmits/fms_safaritraining/pst/pst_Safari_102.htm

Since your Faculty Safari account is automatically set up after your Faculty Novell Netware account is created, there is no need to fill out a Safari Access Form prior to training UNLESS the access you are requesting is beyond the regular access given (i.e. If you are a department chair, etc.) to the majority of faculty members.

**Please note that, if your department has not requested a Faculty Novell Netware account for you, your Faculty Safari account will not be created.**

Links to all sections of the Safari Faculty Guide may be found in the left-most column of the following web page: http://www.cwu.edu/~pmits/fms_safaritraining/safari_guides/SAFacultyandStaffGuide.html

Staff Safari Training

lonowsda — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Are you a staff member in need of Safari training? Check out the next four weeks of Safari training classes available to CWU staff:

Records 101 - Viewing Student Data (4/4, 9:00 to 11:30 AM)
Records 201 – Entering Advisors, Plans & Subplans (4/4, 1:30 to 2:30 PM)
Financials 101 – Viewing Students’ Financial Data (4/5, 8:00 to 9:00 AM)
Records 203 – Putting Students into Student Groups (4/5, 10:30 to 11:30 AM)
Safari 101 - Introduction to Safari (4/16, 1:30 to 2:45 PM)
Records 101 - Viewing Student Data (4/17, 12:30 to 3:00 PM)
Records 102 – Understanding the Course Catalog & Schedule of Classes (4/18, 12:30 to 2:30 PM)
Admissions 101 – Viewing Admissions Information for Department Users (4/22, 1:00 to 2:30 PM)
Records 201 – Entering Advisors, Plans & Subplans (4/23, 9:00 to 10:00 AM)
Safari 101 - Introduction to Safari (4/23, 1:30 to 2:45 PM, online session)
Records 101 - Viewing Student Data (4/24, 8:30 to 11:00 AM)
Records 103 - Running a Report/Query (4/26, 10:00 to 11:15 AM, online session)
Safari 101 - Introduction to Safari (5/1, 9:00 to 10:15 AM)
Records 101 - Viewing Student Data (5/1, 12:30 to 3:00 PM)

Class locations will be verified at the time of registration. A class schedule, detailed descriptions and a registration form can be found online at http://www.cwu.edu/~pmits/fms_safaritraining/SafariTrainingSchedule.htm

Please note that registrations for all Safari classes close two days prior to the date of the class. Classes with no registrations will be canceled two days prior to the date of the class.

If you are new to your position, please ensure that your supervisor has requested the appropriate Safari access for you at least a week prior to the date of the desired class.

The Safari access form may be found online at http://www.cwu.edu/~pmits/safari/safariaccessform.html

Financial Management System (FMS) Training

lonowsda — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Need help keeping track of your department’s finances? Check out the next four weeks of FMS training classes available to the campus community:

FMS 105 – Financial Reports (4/5, 9:00 to 10:30 AM)
FMS 103 – PO’s, Vendors, Invoices & Vouchers (4/5, 1:30 to 2:30 PM)
FMS 101 - Introduction to the Financial Management System (4/8, 1:30 to 2:45 PM, online session)
FMS 102 – Budget Overview and Details (4/17, 9:00 to 10:30 AM)
FMS 106 – Running a Query (4/19, 10:00 to 11:00 AM)
FMS 105 – Financial Reports (4/24, 1:00 to 2:30 PM)
FMS 101 - Introduction to the Financial Management System (4/25, 8:30 to 9:45 AM)
FMS 103 – PO’s, Vendors, Invoices & Vouchers (4/25, 10:00 to 11:00 AM)

Please note that registrations for all FMS classes close two days prior to the date of the class. Classes with no registrations will be canceled two days prior to the date of the class.

If you are new to your position, please ensure that you have requested the appropriate FMS access at least a week prior to the date of the desired class.

The FMS access form may be found online at
http://www.cwu.edu/financial-affairs/fms-access-form

Rapid Time Entry Training

lonowsda — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Are you a staff member who is new to the Rapid Time Entry process?

Perhaps you have recently been assigned as the back-up person to the primary timekeeper in your department.

Perhaps you ARE the primary timekeeper in your department.

Whatever the case may be, check out the next couple of Rapid Time Entry classes available to those responsible for time entry (formerly Payroll 101 – Entering Payroll Information):

RTE 101 – Entering Time into the HRMS System (4/16, time to be arranged upon request)
RTE 101 – Entering Time into the HRMS System (5/1, time to be arranged upon request)

Class locations will be verified at the time of registration. A class schedule, description and a registration form can be found online at http://www.cwu.edu/~pmits/fms_safaritraining/pst/pst_RTE_101.html

If you are new to your position, please ensure that your supervisor has requested the appropriate HRMS access for you at least a week prior to the date of the desired class.

The HRMS access form may be located at the following URL:
http://www.cwu.edu/hr/sites/cts.cwu.edu.hr/files/documents/hrmsaccess.pdf

Evening of Recognition Nominations DUE April 15

holliday — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 0:00:00

The Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement (CLCE) is accepting nominations of individuals who have made an impact in the lives of others and frequently go over and beyond their call to help to be honored at the 16th annual Evening of Recognition Wednesday, May 22 at 5:30 p.m. Nominations are due by Monday, April 15.

Nomination forms are available online at www.cwu.edu/leadership-engage or in the CLCE office in SURC 260.

For more information contact Joanne Perez at 509-963-2187 or perezjo@cwu.edu.

Friday Children's Art Classes (FCAC)

stoddars — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Mormon Intellectual: Oxymoron or Viable Option?

hauserl — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Dr. James Faulconer, Associate Director, Professor of Philosophy and Richard L. Evans Professor of Religious Understanding at Brigham Young University, will give a public talk titled "Mormon Intellectual: Oxymoron or Viable Option? " on Wednesday, April 10th from 6:30-8:00 PM in Hebeler Hall room 121. All are welcome to attend. Light refreshments will be provided. Sponsored by the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies and the Center for Diversity and Social Justice. For more information, please contact 509-963-1818 or philo@cwu.edu

Abstract:

A “golden bible” miraculously delivered and then taken away, angels speaking to a teenage boy, a history of people for whom there is no historical evidence, what appears to outsiders to be excessive fealty to authority, prohibition of not only alcohol but also coffee and tea — how can anyone who believes and submits to such things claim to be an intellectual without being deluded? Faulconer will explain some of what appear to be ridiculous beliefs or practices to which Mormons assent and defend the claim that believing Mormons can genuinely take part in contemporary intellectual life.

Collegiate Sport Clubs in action THIS WEEKEND

holliday — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 0:00:00

All events are FREE!

Saturday, April 6
Men’s Rugby vs. St. Mary's
Noon • Varsity Soccer Field

Men’s Soccer Club vs. WSU
3 - 5 p.m. • Varsity Soccer Complex

Sunday, Apr 7
Men’s Soccer Club vs. Idaho
1 - 3 p.m. • Varsity Soccer Complex

Visit www.cwu.edu/sport-clubs for more information.

Meet the Employer Workshop: AmeriCorps

jallen — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Meet the Employer Workshop: AmeriCorps
Tuesday, Apr 9
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

CWU Lynnwood, Snoqualmie 214
Edmonds Community College
20000 68th Ave W, Lynnwood, WA 98036

•Put your ideals into action while learning new skills, making new connections and earning money to pay for college or pay back student loans.
•Each year, AmeriCorps offers 75,000 opportunities for adults of all ages and backgrounds to serve through a network of partnerships with local and national nonprofit groups.

Questions? Contact Merridy Rennick at 425-640-1574 ext. 3878 or rennickm@cwu.edu

Graduate School Workshop

jallen — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Graduate School Workshop
Tuesday, Apr 16
3:00 pm to 4:30 pm

CWU Lynnwood, Snoqualmie Hall 214
Edmonds Community College
20000 68th Ave W, Lynnwood, WA 98036

Career Services and Westside Student Leadership host a joint workshop for students considering going to Graduate School. Workshop provides an overview on how to decide if grad school is for you, learn about the application process, and resources for taking admissions tests. Refreshments are provided!

Questions? Contact Merridy Rennick at 425-640-1574 ext. 3878 or rennickm@cwu.edu

"R" Word Workshop

diversity — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 0:00:00

At some point everyone has been a witness to the effects of harsh words, whether they are the initiator or the receiver. In recognition of Autism Awareness Month, the Center for Diversity and Social Justice is hosting a workshop to address the feelings associated with cruel words.

On April 17, 2013 from 3-5:00 p.m. in SURC room 140, you are encouraged to come out and participate in the “R” Word workshop which will discuss the effects of words, and the power they possess to label and shame those they are directed towards.

For more information contact Michelle Cyrus, diversity officer 509-963-2198 or cyrusm@cwu.edu

Women's Achievement Celebration Award Winners

stewmanm — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Women’s Achievement Celebration 2013

We would like to invite you to experience the 15th Annual Women’s Achievement Celebration on April 10, 2013. This event has been created to celebrate and give public acknowledgement to those individuals who have shown great support towards women’s issues.

The following recipients were chosen based on the direct impact, mentorship, inspiration and activism that has assisted women to excel in their personal and professional endeavors. The individuals honored this year will be:

Women's Achievement Awards

Dr. Christine Sutphin Professor, English Department

Mallory Holtman-Fletcher Head Softball Coach, Central Washington University

Ruthi Erdman Senior Lecturer, Central Washington University

Diane Ritchie Huckabay Co-owner of Reecer Creak Publishing and Community Volunteer leader

Ally for Women Award

Richard DeShields Associate Dean of Student Living, Central Washington University

Student Empowerment Awards

Jamie Gilbert, Graduate Student, Central Washington University
Casey Collins, Student, Central Washington University

The Women’s Achievement Celebration will take place in the Sue Lombard Dining Room (just off of University Way) and will include a keynote speech by Dr. Karen Blair, a full buffet dinner, and an awards ceremony with short acceptance speeches by the winners.

General Admission $13
Students $10
Tickets available at www.cwu.edu/~wildcattickets

For more information, please call the Center for Student Empowerment at 963-2122 or e-mail me at stewmanm@cwu.edu.

This evening is sponsored by the Center for Diversity and Social Justice.

CWU Surplus Sale

moffattd — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Lion Rock Visiting Writer Series welcomes Fiction Writer Jason Brown, Tuesday, April 2nd

whitcomk — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 0:00:00

The Lion Rock Visiting Writers Series is happy to welcome award-winning fiction writer Jason Brown to the CWU campus. Jason Brown will give a free public reading of his work on Tuesday, April 9, 2013, at 7:30 p.m. in the SURC Theatre.

Jason Brown is the author of Driving The Heart and Other Stories (Norton, 1999) and Why the Devil Chose New England for His Work (Open City, 2007). Brown grew up in Maine, received his MFA from Cornell University, and was a Stegner and Capote Fellow at Stanford University. His stories have been included in the Best American Short Stories and on NPR's Selected Shorts, as well as featured in The Atlantic, Harpers, and many other journals.

Brown currently teaches at the University of Oregon.

The Wildcat Shop will feature Brown's books and will sell copies at the reading. This reading is sponsored by the CWU English Department and the College of Arts and Humanities.

Career Quest: 40th annual Job & Internship Fair April 11

holliday — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Career Quest, Central’s largest job and internship fair, will take over the Student Union and Recreation Center (SURC) Ballroom Thursday, April 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fair is free and open to the public. All attendees are encouraged to dress in business casual, bring resumes and prepare for potential on-the-spot interviews.

Every year, Career Services brings some of the biggest names in corporations and businesses to campus in order for attendees to network with potential employers. This year, the attending businesses include Alaska Airlines, the Seattle Police Department and Puget Sound Energy, and graduate programs include Gonzaga University and Northwest University.

Get a step ahead on the path to employment and check out the opportunities available at Career Quest.

For more information, please contact Career Services at 509-963-1921 or career@cwu.edu.

ASCWU-BOD Elections: SURC Forum April 8

holliday — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Get to know the ASCWU-BOD candidates better at the Election Forum Monday, April 8 at 6 p.m. in the Student Union and Recreation Center (SURC) Pit. Candidates will be prepared to answer questions about their positions.

Get the low down on the candidates and come with questions to get more information about what each one stands for.

For more information, please contact the ASCWU-BOD at www.cwu.edu/ascwu, 509-963-1693 or email ascwu@cwu.edu.

TUESDAY Bite of Insight: Dr. Daniel Herman, CWU History professor

holliday — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Join the Center for Leadership and Community Engagement (CLCE) for its free speaker series, Bite of Insight. Starting the series Tuesday, April 9 at 3 p.m. in the SURC Pit is Dr. Daniel Herman, CWU History professor.

This series brings students, faculty and staff up close and personal with guests who share their personal journeys, including their struggles and triumphs. Oh, and don’t forget the treats. Inspiring stories are best heard with a side of cookies.

For more information, please contact the CLCE at 509-963-1524 or clce@cwu.edu.

Monday Movie Madness: Zero Dark Thirty

holliday — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Monday Movie Madness continues with the award-winning movie “Zero Dark Thirty” with two showings on Monday, April 8 at 7 and 10 p.m. in the SURC Theatre. Admission is free for CWU students, with their connection cards, and $3 for general.

This enthralling film chronicles the decade long search for Osama bin Laden, leader of the terrorist group al-Qaeda, after the September 2001 attacks. Experience the triumph of the Navy S.E.A.L. team who finally brought bin Laden’s downfall in May 2011. This controversial film was nominated for Best Picture and Best Actress at the 2013 Oscars and is essential viewing for anyone with interest in politics and the war on terror.

For more information contact CWU Campus Activities at 509-963-1450.

ISPAC Grant Available - Deadline May 5, 2013

wellsr — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 0:00:00

On behalf of the Office of International Studies and Programs and the ISPAC Committee, we are announcing our next deadline for the ISPAC grant. Please read the information sheet and application form. If you would like to apply, the next deadline date is May 5, 2013.

CAH Speaker Series Presents "Pink Unicorn" by Elise Forier on April 10

richards — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Time: 4:00 - 5:15

Location: Hertz 100

Entangled Bodily Concerns: Opposition to Skin Lighteners in Apartheid South Africa

sheltonl — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Entangled Bodily Concerns: Opposition to Skin Lighteners in Apartheid South Africa
A presentation by Dr. Lynn M. Thomas

Thursday, April 11, 2013
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Dean Hall 103
Free and open to the public

Please join Africana and Black Studies at CWU for this dynamic presentation by Dr. Lynn M. Thomas, Professor and Chair of the History Department at the University of Washington and Giovanni and Amne Costigan Endowed Professor. Dr. Thomas' first book Politics of the Womb: Women, Reproduction, and the State in Kenya (University of California Press) was released in 2003, and she has since co-edited The Modern Girl Around the World: Consumption, Modernity, and Globalization (Duke University Press, 2008) and Love in Africa (University of Chicago Press, 2009). Her current book project - Race, Skin Lighteners, and Transnational Commerce - is a transnational history of skin lighteners centered in South Africa that extends into the broader southern African region, east Africa, and the United States. Through tracking the production, consumption, and opposition to skin lighteners, Dr. Thomas' explores how changing politics of gender and race have developed through the movement of things, people, and ideas between a range of locations.

Sponsored by Africana and Black Studies and Center for Diversity and Social Justice. For more information, please call Michelle Cyrus at 509-963-2198.

Evening of Recognition: Call for Nominations

holliday — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 0:00:00

The Center for Leadership and Community Engagement (CLCE) is now accepting nominations of individuals who have made an impact in the lives of others and frequently go over and beyond their call to help to be honored at the 16th annual Evening of Recognition Wednesday, May 22 at 5:30 p.m. Nominations are due Monday, April 15.

Peers are able to nominate and celebrate the many accomplishments of students, faculty and staff. There will be four recognition categories: student serving with integrity, most inspirational student, most inspirational staff member and most inspirational faculty.

The Evening of Recognition is intended to honor students, faculty and staff who have been nominated and chosen for their extraordinary efforts on campus. Everyone honored at the Evening of Recognition has had a positive influence on the Central community, while also practicing servant leadership.

Nomination forms are available online at www.cwu.edu/leadership-engage or in the CLCE office in SURC 260.

For more information contact Joanne Perez at 509-963-2187 or perezjo@cwu.edu.

ZUMBATHON - Come Join a Benefit Zumba Party!!!

jallen — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Come and join a benefit Zumba party!! If you love Zumba and would like to try a sampling of different local instructors or if you've never tried it and want to see what all the hype is about, everyone is welcome. Also, you can feel good knowing that you're money will be going to a good cause.

Donations start at $5.

Proceeds go to Distinguished Young Women college scholarship program.

Saturday, April 13th at Hal Holmes. The event starts at 10 am, so grab a friend and be ready to zumba for a cause!!

For more info contact Fabiola at 509-952-3395 or at fa-latin-dance@hotmail.com

YouTube Comedy Series TUESDAY

holliday — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Campus Activities is going viral with its YouTube Comedy Series every Tuesday, throughout the month of April, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the SURC Pit. Admission is free and open to the public.

Attendees should prepare themselves to laugh, because each night will feature a different theme with two hours of the funniest YouTube videos. Themes are: April 9 sports, April 16 politics and celebrities, April 23 animals and April 30 pranks.

Campus Activities is also encouraging everyone to scour the depths of YouTube for funny videos they would like to share. Attendees can submit suggestions for videos at the event or on the Campus Activities Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/pages/CWU-Campus-Activities/192177852201).

For more information call 509-963-1450.

Now Taking Nominations for Washington, DC Leadership Experience

scott — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Now taking nominations for exceptional students!

Washington, DC Leadership Experience Overview

University Advancement, in partnership with Career Services, is offering a full scholarship for a ten day non-credit internship in Washington, DC in June for three or four praiseworthy students of CWU. This program includes airfare, lodging, and a small stipend. Exemplary students may be nominated by peers, faculty and staff.

This non-credit opportunity is hosted by CWU Foundation board member Carol Smoots, a lawyer and Central alum who resides in DC. Participants will be guests of the Smoots’ and will be provided a chance to meet with congressional representatives, CWU alumni, and others in positions of leadership. Sightseeing will also take place, as well as free time for independent exploration of the city. The experience emphasizes leadership development.

Previous students have described this trip as “life changing,” and often return with a broad new understanding of potential achievement in both life and career goals. The trip itself is not limited to a specific department of study, but the selection committee will work to tailor the chosen candidates’ itinerary to include experiences within their scope of interest.

You may a ccess the nomination form here.

For questions, please contact Sarah Scott at x 2160 or scott@cwu.edu.

Run4Ryann 5k/3k fundraiser April 13

holliday — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Everyone is encouraged to register for the Run4Ryann 5k run/3k walk Saturday, April 13 at Ellensburg High School. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and the race starts at 10 a.m. All donations and proceeds will go to Ellensburg's Sparrow Club recipient Ryann Thurman, a 7-year-old born with a disease that interferes with her skull growth, to help purchase a mini-van with a wheelchair lift to allow for proper transportation.

Registration is $15 for the 5k run, $25 with a t-shirt, $10 for the 3k walk and $20 with a t-shirt. Registration and donations are being accepted at www.run4ryann.org, Utopia Frozen Yogurt, located at 706 E. University Way, and Bank of the West, at 312 N Ruby Street.

Most children are born with flexible skulls, but Thurman was born with a fully hardened skull, which doesn’t allow her to develop properly. Mobility issues are becoming a greater strain on her parents and the family is in need of a reliable van with a wheelchair lift since she is too big to carry. Proceeds will also help pay for gas as the family regularly travels to Seattle Children’s Hospital.

Sparrow Clubs USA is a youth-based charity that not only provides financial and emotional support for critically ill children and their families, but also empowers kids to help other kids through charitable service in their community.

For more information visit www.run4ryann.org.

This event is sponsored by the CWU Center for Leadership and Community Engagement (CLCE) Big Work with Benjamin program, Utopia Frozen Yogurt, Starbucks, Brooklyn's Pizza and Sparrow Clubs USA.

SHARE W/ STUDENTS: ASCWU-BOD Primary Election April 10

holliday — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 0:00:00

ATTN: CWU STUDENTS

Be sure to vote in the Associated Students of Central Washington University Board of Directors (ASCWU-BOD) Primary Election Wednesday, April 10 in the Student Union and Recreation Center (SURC) from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., with preliminary results being posted by 11:59 p.m. Online voting begins Monday, April 8 at midnight and ends Wednesday at 7 p.m. Registration instructions for online voting will be sent to CWU student email accounts.

The Primary Election will set the General Election ballot for two ASCWU-BOD positions, President and Vice President of Academic Affairs. Bryan Elliott, Travis Beck and Philip Rush are the candidates for President and Kelsie Miller, Jessica Tamara and Christopher Blesie are running for Vice President of Academic Affairs. Only two candidates for each position will move on to the General Election May 2.

Students are also encouraged to attend the Candidate Forum Monday, April 8 at 6 p.m. in the SURC Pit. Students can learn more about the candidates running for each position, while also having the opportunity to ask candidates the questions that matter most to them.

For more information, please contact the ASCWU-BOD at www.cwu.edu/ascwu, 509-963-1693 or email BODElections@cwu.edu.

iCAT News - Online Travel and Authorization Workflow!

colsons — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 0:00:00

To the campus community:

I am pleased to deliver some very good news. We can all say goodbye to paper-based travel and expense reporting!

This good news comes to CWU courtesy of the iCAT team, which is literally improving Campus Applications and Technology. The new travel and expense approval process streamlines the review, approval, and payment processes by eliminating the endless routing of paper approvals via interoffice mail.

A big "Thank You" goes out to the project team which included Connie Williams, Tina Short, Anna Fischer, Shelley Spencer, Tim McGuire, Heidi Wixson, and Natalie Kovalerchuk plus our CedarCrestone consultants - Gene Shoda, Martha Diemer, and Daniel Tarango. Thanks, too, to staff who use these forms every day for making time to test the new electronic system.

The new Online Travel and Authorization Workflow system, which went live on time and on budget, is available now, with the goal of all travel requests to be online by July. Training already has begun for staff who are the most frequent users of travel and expense reporting systems.

This is just the first of several exciting projects to save us all time. Next up will be purchase requisitions, faculty workload and activity reporting, and the employee portal.

For more information about these and other exciting iCAT activities, go to www.cwu.edu/icat.

Again, thanks to everyone working on this project and to all of those staff working on the other iCAT projects.

Jim

James L. Gaudino
President

Study Fashion & Design in Milan Italy

studyabroad — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Interested in studying Fashion, Design or Merchandising in Italy? Study Abroad and Exchange Programs will be holding a special information session about the KEI Milan, Italy program Tuesday, April 9th from 2-3 PM in SURC 135. Come find out how to make this amazing study abroad experience part of your college career. Additional information about this program can be found online at

http://www.keiabroad.org/italy/milan.php

Study Abroad in Africa!

studyabroad — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Interested in studying in Kenya? Study Abroad and Exchange Programs will be holding a special information session about the KEI Kenya, Nairobi program Tuesday, April 9th from 3-4 PM in SURC 135. Come find out how to make this amazing study abroad experience part of your college career. Additional information about this program can be found online at http://www.keiabroad.org/kenya/nairobi.php

Fulfill your student teaching and practium requirements in Macau!

studyabroad — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Learn more about how you can fulfill your student teaching requirements overseas! Stop by our informational session on Tuesday April 9th at 3:00 pm in SURC 201.

Visit http://www.cwu.edu/teacher-certification/teacher-certification-program-cert for more information

Women’s Achievement Celebration April 10

holliday — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 0:00:00

The CWU Center for Diversity and Social Justice (CDSJ) is hosting the 15th annual Women’s Achievement Celebration April 10 at 6 p.m. at Sue Lombard Dining Hall. Tickets are $13 for general admission, $10 for CWU students and available at www.cwu.edu/tickets.

Awards will be given in three categories: Women’s Achievement Award, Ally for Women Award and Student Empowerment Award.

The Women’s Achievement Award is given to female staff, faculty or community members. Nominees for this award must be women who have overcame adversity to achieve success, inspired other women with their story or demonstrate continued commitment to women’s issues.

The Ally for Women Award honors males who have supported women’s achievement and advancement by demonstrating an exceptional desire to encourage the personal and professional growth of women on campus.

The Student Empowerment Award recognizes female CWU students who have influenced the lives and inspired women on campus and in the community.

For more information visit the CDSJ website at www.cwu.edu/diversity or contact Mal Stewman at 509-963-2122 or stewmanm@cwu.edu.

Career Quest 2013 - Our Biggest Job and Internship Fair of the Year

jallen — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Career Quest - All Major Job & Internship Fair
Thursday, Apr 11
10:00 am to 2:00 pm

WHAT: 2013 CWU Career Quest
All Major Job & Internship Fair

WHEN: Thursday, April 11, 2013
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Please note new time)

WHERE: CWU Ellensburg Campus, SURC Ballroom

CWU's all-major premier career event for alumni, upcoming graduates and students seeking grad school opportunities, summer internships, and job positions.

Don't miss this opportunity to participate in active recruiting and networking!

Students: For more information and list of registered organizations visit:
http://wcn.experience.com/stu/cf_details?fhnd=6110

Employers: Registration open now until April 1, to register visit:
http://www.experience.com/emp/cf_details?fhnd=6110

Questions? Please contact Teresa Youngren at 509-963-1921

Show your stuff by pre-registering for Career Quest.

Your pre-printed name tag for the fair will be ready for you at event check in. Just go to your Wildcat Career Network account, or create one at www.cwu.edu/career, then click on the icon, check fair information and click on the link to pre-register.

Bargain Books!

huntjo — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 0:00:00

We are overloaded with bargain books!

From cooking to self help, fiction to kids books, we have hundreds of fantastically priced books for you to choose from!

Bargain books go quickly and I have more coming, so help me make room for some more great titles at amazing prices!

See you soon! <3

Biology Greenhouse Open to Public: Friday 1:00-3:00PM

betzj — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 0:00:00

The CWU Biology Greenhouse has regular open hours 1:00-3:00PM every Friday.

Please feel free to stop in and visit the greenhouse’s different rooms.

Plant starts are available for a donation to the John Carr Memorial Greenhouse Fund.

For more information check out our website:
http://www.cwu.edu/biology/greenhouse

Career Services Drop In Resume & Cover Letter Assistance

philippk — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Need some assistance with your resume or cover letter? Have one of our trained Peer Advisors take a look! Questions, call 509-963-1921 or visit our website, cwu.edu/career.

Spring Quarter 2013 Schedule

	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Bouillon 206	10AM-1PM	2PM-4PM	-	2PM-4PM	10AM-12PM
Library ARC	2PM-4PM	4PM-6PM	10AM-12PM 2PM-4PM	4PM-6PM	-
SURC Hallway Resume Doctor	12PM-1PM	-	12PM-1PM	-	-

*Excludes holidays, Friday 4/5, Career Quest, 4/11 and Resume Doctor on 4/22, 5/6 & 5/8

Preventing Sexual Harassment and Preventing Employment Discrimination Training

gomezv — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 0:00:00

On Friday, April 26 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in Bouillon 205, Preventing Sexual Harassment and Discrimination in the Workplace will be offered for those who still need to take the course before the end of April. Go online to register. When searching for the course you may search by date or by course number "HRC006". If you have questions contact Veronica Gomez-Vilchis at 963-2205, gomezv@cwu.edu.

Employee Assistance Professional On Campus

gomezv — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Tom Sweeney, from Employee Assistance Program, will be on campus on Wednesday, April 17, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Contact him to schedule an appointment at (360) 407-9490, statewide toll free: (877) 313-4455. Go to the HR website www.cwu.edu/hr for information on EAP or go to www.hr.wa.gov/eap. If you have questions, contact Veronica Gomez-Vilchis at 963-2205, gomezv@cwu.edu.

April 4 Curriculum Summary Log

watrousle — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Click the link below to view the Curriculum Summary Log dated April 4, 2013.

The Faculty Senate Curriculum Committee has reviewed the proposals, and, if there are no further objections, the proposed curriculum will be approved on April 18, 2013. All holds must be resolved prior to approval. Please review and send any comments to LeAnne Watrous at watrousle@cwu.edu.

Thank you,
Curriculum Committee

CWU Faculty to Present Composition Recital

belfordj — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 0:00:00

April 4, 2013

ELLENSBURG, Wash - The Central Washington University Department of Music is proud to present a Faculty Composition Recital featuring music by CWU faculty composer Neil Flory, Thursday, April 18, at 7 p.m. in the Concert Hall of the McIntyre Music Building. This exciting and unique program showcases some of Flory’s original works for soloists, small ensembles, and electronics. A variety of instrumental combinations will be heard, including a percussion quartet and a clarinet/guitar duo. The list of performers will include CWU student musicians as well as CWU faculty members such as Mark Goodenberger and Jeff Snedeker. The event is open to the public, and admission is free.

Media contact: Neil Flory, CWU Music Department, 509-963-1420, floryn@cwu.edu

Say Goodbye to Karla Shugart!

staci — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 0:00:00

Please join the Human Resources staff in saying goodbye to Karla Shugart: Grupe Center, Thursday, April 11, 2-4pm. In her new position Karla will be responsible for establishing a compensation system for the roughly 6400 employees of the Choctaw Nation in Durant, Oklahoma.

Durant has a population of about 16,000 (Karla says its much like Ellensburg) and is the second largest city within the Choctaw Nation. It's also the home to Southeastern Oklahoma State University and is known as the Magnolia Capital of Oklahoma. If the Oklahoma state song is any indication ("Oklahoma, where the wind comes sweepin' down the plain") she will not miss at least one aspect of Ellensburg life!

Since 2001, Karla has been an integral part of the HR organization, willing to take on difficult tasks, and glue things together with her knowledge and experience. She will be missed.

Come by Grupe Center on Thursday, April 11, from 2-4pm to wish her goodbye and good luck.

Campus Notices

Library Lunchtime Lecture - Women Inspiring Innovation Through Imagination

Library Lunchtime Lecture - CWU's Origins as a Women's College

Women's History Month 2013: Transcending Gender

ASCWU-BOD Weekly Meetings on Tuesdays

ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS: Outdoor Photo Contest

Friday Children's Art Classes (FCAC)

REGISTRATION OPEN: Wilderness First Responder Certification Course

REGISTRATION OPEN: Powerlifting Meet at Recreation Center April 7

Wildcat Day!

Mark your calendars for Wildcat Day!

April 13, 2013 from 8am-4pm

For a full schedule visit:https://www.cwu.edu/housing/wildcat-day

This is for all Fall 2013 Admitted FY and Transfer students and their guests. Please help us by participating in this important recruitment and orientation program.

Club and Organization Fair is from 8AM-10AM in the SURCAcademic and Department Fair is from 12:30PM-1:30PM in the SURC

Study Abroad Fair April 9th

CWU Athletic Director Finalists Coming to Campus

Evening of Recognition: Call for Nominations DUE APRIL 15

SHARE W/ STUDENTS: Professional business fraternity, Alpha Kappa Psi, looking for members

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for Career Quest 2013 - Our Biggest Job and Internship Fair

CWU Federal Credit Union is Here to Help You

Faculty Safari Information Sessions

Staff Safari Training

Financial Management System (FMS) Training

Rapid Time Entry Training

Evening of Recognition Nominations DUE April 15

Friday Children's Art Classes (FCAC)

Mormon Intellectual: Oxymoron or Viable Option?

Collegiate Sport Clubs in action THIS WEEKEND

All events are FREE!

Meet the Employer Workshop: AmeriCorps

Graduate School Workshop

"R" Word Workshop

Women's Achievement Celebration Award Winners

CWU Surplus Sale

Lion Rock Visiting Writer Series welcomes Fiction Writer Jason Brown, Tuesday, April 2nd

Career Quest: 40th annual Job & Internship Fair April 11

ASCWU-BOD Elections: SURC Forum April 8

TUESDAY Bite of Insight: Dr. Daniel Herman, CWU History professor

Monday Movie Madness: Zero Dark Thirty

ISPAC Grant Available - Deadline May 5, 2013

CAH Speaker Series Presents "Pink Unicorn" by Elise Forier on April 10

Time: 4:00 - 5:15

Location: Hertz 100

Entangled Bodily Concerns: Opposition to Skin Lighteners in Apartheid South Africa

Evening of Recognition: Call for Nominations

ZUMBATHON - Come Join a Benefit Zumba Party!!!

YouTube Comedy Series TUESDAY

Now Taking Nominations for Washington, DC Leadership Experience

Run4Ryann 5k/3k fundraiser April 13

SHARE W/ STUDENTS: ASCWU-BOD Primary Election April 10

iCAT News - Online Travel and Authorization Workflow!

Study Fashion & Design in Milan Italy

Study Abroad in Africa!

Fulfill your student teaching and practium requirements in Macau!

Women’s Achievement Celebration April 10

Career Quest 2013 - Our Biggest Job and Internship Fair of the Year

Bargain Books!

Biology Greenhouse Open to Public: Friday 1:00-3:00PM

Career Services Drop In Resume & Cover Letter Assistance

Preventing Sexual Harassment and Preventing Employment Discrimination Training

Employee Assistance Professional On Campus

April 4 Curriculum Summary Log

CWU Faculty to Present Composition Recital

Say Goodbye to Karla Shugart!

For a full schedule visit:
https://www.cwu.edu/housing/wildcat-day

Club and Organization Fair is from 8AM-10AM in the SURC
Academic and Department Fair is from 12:30PM-1:30PM in the SURC