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Fall 2007 Events


All of our events are FREE and open to anyone unless otherwise mentioned*
welcome carnival
Saturday, Sept. 29, 2007
Non-Trad Welcome Carnival
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Science Lawn

Professional juggling and comedy team Brothers From Different Mothers, plus tons of games, prizes, music and more!
*Food and carnival treats are also available for a small price*

Want to volunteer? Inquire HERE

scholarship presentation
Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2007
Show me the Money: Scholarship Presentation
Out to Lunch Speaker Series
Noon. SURC 201

Center for Student Empowerment's own Lisa Fields delivers a dynamic presentation that has already given one student an entire free college education, and another student two significant financial awards.

international travel
Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2007
International Travel w/ Kids
Out to Lunch Speaker Series
Noon. SURC 201

Academic Advisor Laura Katunich has traveled the world with children in tow. Find out how you can also when she shares her advice and tips with you during this presentation.

pornography debate
Thursday, Oct. 18, 2007


Pornography Debate
Ron Jeremy vs Mike Leahy
7 p.m. SURC Ballroom

Pornography is a multi-billion dollar industry in the United States alone, but serious discussion of the issue is rare. In this intelligent and multi-faceted debate, all aspects of the Pornography issue are discussed and examined.

navigation
Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2007

Navigating the University System
Out to Lunch Speaker Series
Noon. SURC 201

Ms. Carolyn Thurston of the Wildcat Transition Program provides crucial information and tools needed to successfully navigate around CWU to save time and being able to avoid feeling lost and frustrated within the academic and university system.



red cross
Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2007

Be Red Cross Prepared
Out to Lunch Speaker Series
Noon. SURC 201

In the event of an emergency or disaster, are you and your family prepared? Do you have the materials and knowledge you need? You'll want to come to this presentation to find out and make sure you are! Learn more about the Kittitas County Chapter American Red Cross by visiting their web site.
symposium
November 7 & 8, 2007

Gender Symposium
Daily. SURC Ballroom

This year's symposium will cover a broad spectrum of gender issues including gender roles, masculinity and femininity, among others.
Some presentations include Owen Dugmore's "Why are you crying? You know I love you," Phil Backlund's "Masculinity & Feminism: Can I be a Masculine Feminist?" and Karen Turcotte's "Saints, Witches, and Soldiers: Gender Issues in Combat."
cathy goodwin
Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2007
Dr. Cathy Goodwin: 10 Tips
for Survival as a Non-Trad
Student

National Non-Trad Student Week
Noon. Surc 137A

Dr. Cathy Goodwin gives you the advice you need to be successful as a non-traditional student. And she should know - she's been there! She was a non-traditional student and holds an MBA from U of Penn's Wharton School and a PhD in marketing from UC Berkeley. Learn more about Dr. Goodwin from her web site.
time management Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007
The Emotional Side of Time
Management

Out to Lunch Speaker Series
Noon. SURC 135

Julie Guggino is a former non-traditional student who graduated from CWU with a B.S. and an M.S. and is now employed with Graduate and Research Studies. In this presentation, she'll be covering topics that include time management styles, myths, procrastination and everything in between.
operation elf
Saturday, December 8, 2007
6th Annual Operation ELF
Holiday Celebration

3 p.m. - 7 p.m. SURC Ballroom
Register Nov. 5 thru Nov. 30

Students and their families enjoy a magical evening that includes a traditional holiday meal, crafts and activities, a fire truck rides, and live music. The evening is capped off when each family gets to take a ride on the "shuttle to the North Pole", where Santa Claus is waiting with personized gifts and a picture for each child. Call 963-2127 to learn more. Pre-registration is required.

Want to volunteer? Inquire HERE

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