Eastern News
BASKETBALL VS. CABRINI JAN. 28
It’s time again for “The Battle of Eagle Road” on Monday, January 28, when the Eastern University basketball teams will be taking on the Cabrini Cavaliers in a home doubleheader. The women will tip-off at 6PM with the men to follow at 8PM. Please come out and support your Eastern Eagles, and cheer them on to victory. Let’s pack the gymnasium with Screamin’ Eagles fans. This will be one event you will not want to miss. For more information check out www.goeasterneagles.com
ANNUAL MET OPERA TRIP MARCH 15
On Sat. March 15 we will leave McInnis parking lot on the St. Davids campus at 1:30PM to be dropped off at the Lincoln Center in New York City. This will give everyone enough time to have dinner on their own. We have tickets for the 8PM show of Verdi's LaTraviata. With a special thank you to the generosity of Student Development, EU undergraduate student tickets for undergraduate students are just $44! The cost for all others is $65. These low prices include the Opera and round trip charter bus. Tickets are available from Colleen in the Music Office, with preference to Music majors until Jan. 31; all other students until Feb. 8. Contact Colleen at 610-225-5733 or cbradstr@eastern.edu. She is in the office on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays. Remember, only your payment reserves your spot!
CHEERLEADING CLINIC FEB.9
As part of their community service program, the Eastern University cheerleaders will hold a Cheerleading Clinic on Saturday, February 9 from 11-2PM on the St. Davids campus. Girls ages 6-13 are encouraged to sign up by contacting Melissa Gibbs (mgibbs@eastern.edu). There is no charge but registration is suggested.
KING'S DREAM JAN. 25
Our Windows on the World series is proud to present King's Dream - A Celebration of Peace and Diversity on Jan. 25 at 10AM in McInnis Auditorium on the St. Davids campus. King's Dream is a multimedia presentation that offers a rousing tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the Nobel Peace Prize recipient who led America's peaceful revolution for equal rights. For those who don't remember Dr. King, the era comes alive with images, singers and songs that capture the spirit of the civil rights movement. This program is free and open to the public. For information, contact Nancy Hartsock (nhartsoc@eastern.edu)
LOEB SCHOOL OF EDUCATION OPEN HOUSE JAN. 26
Eastern offers a variety of masterÅfs degree programs including M.Ed. in multicultural education and M.Ed. in school health services. All programs in the Campolo College of Graduate and Professional Studies are designed to fit the busy lifestyles of working professionals. Find out more at the Open House on the St. Davids campus on Jan. 26 from 9AM-Noon. RSVP to 800.732.7669 ext. 5947 or visit www.eastern.edu
A WINTER SORT OF THING JAN. 24-27
Don't let the weather hold you back. There is no better reason to cross the campus than to experience "A Winter Sort of Thing: The Greatest Snow On Earth" in McInnis Auditorium. Show times are as follows:
- January 24 @ 7PM (Eastern Student Preview!)
- Jan 25 @ 4PM and 7PM
- Jan 26 @ 11AM and 7PM
- Jan 27 @3PM
Tickets are $5 with Eastern University ID, $8 for Children and Seniors and $10 General Admission. All tickets include entrance to the heart-pounding, death-defying Yes! And! circus 1/2 hour before showtime. For more information, visit: www.yesandcamp.org. Reserve your tickets by calling the box office at 610-225-5545.
Eastern University's performing arts season continues with Cotton Patch Gospel, April 2-6, and the Spring Dance production: Meanwhile I Keep Dancing, April 18-20.
CONVERSATIONS THAT MATTER JAN. 31 and FEB. 7
The Templeton Honors College at Eastern University presents Dr. Philip Jenkins from Penn State on Thurs., Jan. 31 from 7-9PM; and Dr. Harold Heie from Gordon College on Thurs., Feb. 7 from 7-9PM. Both events will be in McInnis Auditorium, St. Davids. Dr. Philip will discuss "How the Church Dies," the history of the destruction or removal of Christian beliefs in a particular region. Dr. Heie presents, "Respectful Conversations in the Academy," a look at the ways Christian scholars do, or do not, engage the wider scholarly world. Free and open to the public. RSVP to 610.225.5022 or lhenrich@eastern.edu.
DR. PHILIP JENKINS AT WINDOWS ON THE WORLD FEB. 1
After presenting his Conversations that Matter discussion on Jan. 31, Dr. Jenkins will speak on Friday, Feb. 1 at 10AM in McInnis Auditorium, St. Davids. All are welcome.
DR. HAROLD HEIE AT WINDOWS ON THE WORLD FEB. 8
After presenting his Conversations that Matter discussion on Feb. 7, Dr. Heie will speak on Friday, Feb. 8 at 10AM in McInnis Auditorium, St. Davids. All are welcome.
SPRING BREAK IN IRELAND
There is space for four more travelers on the Ireland trip (and in the course, if you want it for credit). The trip leaves Feb. 29 and returns March 9. The cost is $2378 and includes airfare, hotels, ground transportation in Ireland, and lots of sightseeing. We'll visit Dublin, Belfast, Galway, beautiful countryside and small towns. E-mail Caroline Cherry (ccherry@eastern.edu).
CAPSTONE TRIP TO ARGENTINA
A capstone course will be offered in the Spring with an emphasis on cross-cultural ministry and a 9-day trip to Buenos Aires, Argentina, during Spring break. No Spanish is required. The cost of $1600 covers airfare, local transportation, hotel and meals. Register with: Dr. Elvira E. Ramirez, McInnis 213 (X 5076; eramirez@eastern.edu) or Dr. Eduardo M. Ramirez, Warner 145 (X1708; eramire2@eastern.edu).
TURKEY/GREECE TRIP DEPOSIT NOW
This new Pilgrimage to the Holy Land program, open to the public, is a journey to the Seven Churches of the Revelation and the main mission churches of St. Paul. These sixteen days of biblical encounter will yield a lifetime of unforgettable memories. (INST 480 is a Capstone course and can be used for elective credit.) Contact Dr. Maahs at X5895 or www.eastern.edu/holyland.
Student News
WATCHMEN JAN. 28
Watchmen Prayer Ministry will reconvene Monday, January 28 at 7:30PM in the Walton Prayer Chapel. Come join us as we intercede for the Eastern Community in prayer and worship. Hear the exciting events coming up this semester. All are welcome, always. See you there!
FITNESS CENTER HOURS
Monday-Thursday 11:45am-1:15pm; 3:00-9:00pm
Friday 11:45am-1:15pm; 3:00-7:00pm
Saturday 12:00noon-2:00pm
Hours may be increased if additional supervisors can be identified. If you are an Eastern student with confirmed federal work study (FWS) eligibility, have hours remaining to work and are interested in this position, contact Ryan in Athletics for an interview. The Fitness Center is located off the Recreational Gymnasium on the St. Davids campus. Admission is with University ID only.
ENDURE WELCOME BACK JAN. 31
January 31, from 6:30-8:00PM, Gough Great Room. ENDURE Mentoring Program wants to WELCOME BACK our Mentors and Mentees at our semester New Year Themed Kickoff. Join us in Food, Fun, and Fellowship.
CPR, AED CLASS SCHEDULE
CPR, AED, First Aid classes will be offered 2-23, 3-29, or 4-26. 1 undergrad credit. $65.00. Please e-mail smorgan2@eastern to reserve your place. $35.00 to reserve your place- balance of $30 due the day of class. May pay with check, cash, or have applied to student account.
READ THE WATERWHEEL
Students, you can keep up with everything you need to know by checking out The Waterwheel newsletter each week. Visit:
http://www.eastern.edu/campus/studev/The-Waterwheel.shtml
Help Wanted
NEED A SUMMER JOB?
Need a Summer Internship? Visit Eastern’s Summer Camp Fair on Wednesday, February 13, from 11AM– 3PM in McInnis Learning Center, St. Davids. For more information contact Career Services X5827.
STUDENT TO WORK WITH 9th GRADER
Wanted: education, psychology or social work major to work with our 9th grade son, who has Asperger’s. Location - Wynnewood, about 6 miles from campus. Work would initially involve picking up from school and driving home (about a 10-minute drive), followed by homework. Once a rapport is established, we would like this person to help our son with activities such as conversations, problem solving, negotiating, and going out in the community. Soon after that, the job could be expanded to facilitating play dates with others.Must be reliable and have use of a car. Please provide references. To apply,
e-mail Jack at JP10053@aol.com or call 610.812.1537 after 5PM.
CHURCH AIDE
Aide for Sunday mornings at Frazer Mennonite Church, 9:15AM to 12:15PM. We are looking for someone who is interested in special education / autism. Training will be provided. $10 per hour. Contact Leslie Homer-Cattell (lhomercattell@chesco.com or 610.209.3463).
CHURCH MUSICIAN
Prospect Hill Baptist, a friendly, family centered, community oriented American Baptist Church with 60-70 active members located in Delaware County (near the Philadelphia Airport) is seeking a musician to assist in adding contemporary approaches to worship. Needed 12-15 hours monthly, preferably available most Sundays. Flexibility regarding instrument of preference. Salary negotiable. Call Pastor Robert Zimmerman at church 610.532.9000 or cell 215.432.3957.
CHECK OUT CAREER SERVICES
Full and part-time Job Opportunities and Internship listings are available online at the Career Services site as well as in hard copy in the Walton Hall mail room. Click here:
http://eastern.edu/campus/career/cs.shtml
Other Events
Mission Schedule
MISSIONS TRIPS FOR 2008
Mar. 1-9, 2008 Dominican Republic: Our team will continue Eastern’s work in El Fondo with Food for the Hungry and Goshen Baptist, building a water cistern and VBS.
Mar. 1-9, 2008 Habitat for Humanity: Two teams will tackle low cost home construction in the U.S. over spring break.
Contact Andy Horvath (X1830 or ahorvath@eastern.edu).
Mission trip applications are online at: www.eastern.edu/campus/campusmin/missions.shtml
How to Submit News for "@EASTERN"
If you have a program or event that is open to the campus community, send it to Linda Olson at lolson@eastern.edu. Be sure to include the date, time, place, cost, and contact person (e-mail and phone number). Also include any links to pertinent Web sites. News items received by Wednesdays at noon may be included in the weekly “@Eastern” sent out each Thursday. Questions? Call X5930.
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