Eastern News
SENATOR RICK SANTORUM HERE APRIL 17
We are excited to announce that Senator Rick Santorum will be speaking at Eastern's Conversations that Matter on Thursday, April 17, from 7-9PM in the Gymnasium at St. Davids. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP by April 7 to the President's Office at president@eastern.edu or 610.341.5890. We look forward to seeing you there!
INTERCOLLEGIATE CAREER FAIR MARCH 12
Sponsored by Eastern and Cabrini, Immaculata, Neumann and Rosemont Colleges. Held from 12Noon-3PM in the Eastern University Main Gym, St. Davids. Employers include Aflac, Applied Card Systems, Archdiocese of Phila.,Bethany Christian Services, Chrysler Financial, Commerce Bank. PA State Civil Service, Contemporary Staffing, Crozer Keystone Health,Devon Financial,Devon Health Services, DPW Phila., ESF Summer Camps,Foundations Behavioral Health, Genesis HealthCare,Glen Mills School,Independence Blue Cross, ING, Lab Support, Melmark, PA State Police, State Farm Ins., State Street Corp.,Hertz Corp., UPS, Vanguard, Walgreens, YMCA and more. All majors are encouraged to attend – various positions are available.
TEACHER JOB FAIR MARCH 11
The Greater Philadelphia Teacher Job Fair is March 11 at West Chester Univ. from 9AM-4PM. Tickets: $5 in advance until February 26. Pre-register and purchase tickets from Eastern Career Services (Walton 218) or Education Department (McInnis Curriculum Lab). $10 cash on site the day of the fair. Contact Jackie Irving (610.341.5872 or jirving@eastern.edu).
FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL BEGINS MARCH 14
Eastern presents TheTournes Festival which is made possible with the support of the Cultural Services of the French Embassy and the French Ministry of Culture (CNC). Held at St. Davids, it’s free and open to the public.
- Friday, March 14, Eagle Great Room at 7PM: DEPUIS QU’OTAR EST PARTI, Directed By Julie Bertuccelli. The story of three Georgian women who live together in contemporary Tbilisi.
- Tuesday, March 18, Gough Great Room at 7PM: LE GRAND SILENCE Directed By Philip Grning. An examination of life inside the Grande Chartreuse, the head monastery of the reclusive Carthusian Order in France.
- Monday, March 31, Gough Great Room at 7PM. LES AMITIS MALFIQUES Directed By Emmanuel Bourdieu. Two college students both quickly fall for the smartest kid in school, Andr.
- Tuesday, April 8, Gough Great Room at 7PM. BAMAKO Directed By Abderrahmane Sissako. A trial taking place in the courtyard of Bamako, Mali is pitting African civil society against the World Bank and the IMF.
- Tuesday, April 15, Gough Great Room at 7PM. LE PLAFOND DE VERRE Directed By Yamina Benguigui. A documentary about discrimination and challenges found in the workplace for immigrants and women.
MUSIC GALA BENEFIT CONCERT APRIL 11
Enjoy the best of classical and sacred music on Friday, April 11 at 7:30PM when Eastern presents its 5th Annual Music Gala Benefit Concert at Church of the Saviour, 651 N. Wayne Ave. in Wayne, PA. Our fabulous Piano Quartet of Ron Matthews, James Correnti, David Bryant and Duncan Stearns performs, along with the Pro Christo Brass Quintet, Turning Point, Eastern University Choir, and other faculty and students. Proceeds benefit our Music Department. For ticket prices and seating information, Contact Colleen Bradstreet (610.341.4397 or cbradstr@eastern.edu)
NURSING INFORMATION SESSION MARCH 12
Are you interested in nursing? Do you have a Baccalaureate degree but are looking for a career change? Come to an Information Session to learn more about Eastern University’s BSN-Two2 Second Degree Nursing Program 6–8PM Wednesday, March 12. Held in the Nursing Clinical Resource Laboratory, Eagle Learning Center-Room 105, St. Davids. Classes begin May 2008 and May 2009. RSVP: Kim Skinner (610-225-5525 or 1-800-732-7669 ext. 5525; or kskinner@eastern.edu).
CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES CONF. AT PALMER MARCH 7-9
Palmer Seminary’s annual Exploring Christian Ministries (weekend) conference is March 7-9 at the Seminary. THE EVENT (INCLUDING HOUSING AND ALL MEALS) IS FREE TO EASTERN UNIVERSITY STUDENTS. The conference is tailored specifically for those who feel called to professional Christian ministry. For more information, visit www.palmerseminary.edu. To pre-register, call 484-384-2948 or e-mail semadmis@eastern.edu.
MET OPERA TICKETS ALMOST GONE
We have only 6 tickets at $65 left for the Sat., March 15, 8PM show of Verdi's La Traviata at Lincoln Center. This low price of $65 includes the Opera and roundtrip charter bus. Contact Colleen Bradstreet in the Music Office at 610-225-5733 or cbradstr@eastern.edu. She is in the office on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays.
SAVE THE DATE APRIL 12
Imagine our community without hunger. You can help. Walk with us at the Walk Against Hunger on Saturday, April 12. Visit www.hungerwalk.org
SCANDAL OF EVANGELICAL POLITICS CONFERENCE AT PALMER SEMINARY MARCH 28-30
How should I vote in 2008? What issues are most important to God? This conference addresses these and other timely questions. Sponsored by The Sider Center on Ministry and Public Policy and Evangelicals for Social Action and held at Palmer Seminary in Wynnewood, PA. Speakers include Luis Cortes, Jr.; John Dilulio; Ron Sider; Shirley Mullen; David Gushee; Samuel Rodriguez; and Richard Cizik. Go to www.esa-online.org. Cost of the conference (including meals) is just $75 for EU students and $125 for faculty and staff. To register, call 484.383.2990.
Student News
GRADUATING SOON?
All students, please check your declared graduation date, which can be accessed on E-Net Student Services under Biographical Information. If the date listed is not correct, you must contact the Associate Registrar at lbristol@eastern.edu. You will be eligible to participate in the ceremony this May if you present an approved plan to finish all coursework by May 31, 2008. If you have changed your name, please send an e-mail to Lori Bristol, lbristol@eastern.edu, stating the name that you would like to have printed on your diploma.
CPR, AED CLASS SCHEDULE
CPR, AED, First Aid classes will be offered 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
WANTED! STUDENT PHONATHON CALLERS
Needed for the Spring 2008 Student Aid Fund PHONATHON. If you enjoy talking on the phone and want to help raise funds to support STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS, please call Mary Gardner at X5961 to set up a phone interview. This is a PAID POSITION and it can be your second job. We will accept Federal Work Study or ECCE students. You are required to work a minimum of 3 of the 16 nights. Training, which will be held on Sunday, March 30 from 6- 9PM, is mandatory. The phonathon will run for three weeks beginning March 31. Calling times are 6-9PM, Monday-Thursday. There will be snacks and prizes every night. See the flyer posted at The Wall in Walton, St. Davids.
WANT AN ON-CAMPUS SUMMER JOB?
Summer Student Employment information is now available online at www.eastern.edu/centers/finaid/student_employment
_position_list.shtml#summer.
Any questions can be directed to Andrea Ruth, Student Employment Coordinator aruth@eastern.edu.
SUMMER HELP WANTED
Warner Memorial Library is looking for detail-oriented Federal Work Study students to work in the library during the summer of 2008. Minimum of 35 hours and maximum of 40 hours per week. Some weekends and evenings required. Students will have free room and board. Please contact John Mokonyama at jmokonya@eastern.edu or 610.225.5041.
LOOKING FOR A SUMMER JOB ON CAMPUS? HAVE FWS?
Career Services (along with the Chaplains Office) is looking for one student to help out in the office from May through August. Office experience, computer savvy and sense of humor required. Contact Tess Bradley in Walton 202 or tbradley@eastern.edu.
PART-TIME ASSISTANT TEACHERS
KenCrest Rosemont Child Development Center is looking for PT Afternoon Assistant Teachers. We offer flexible schedules and a good working environment. To be considered for this position you need:
- 15 college credits in Education, Human Services, or related field plus 1 year experience working with children, OR
- 30 college credits in Education, Human Services, or related field, OR
- 2 years experience working with children
E-mail your resume to rosemont@kencrest.org or fax it to 610-525-1607. Call 610.525.4771 with questions.
FULL-TIME SUBSTITUTE ASSISTANT TEACHER
KenCrest Service's Child Care Center located in Rosemont, PA has a Full Time Substitute Teacher position available. Must have 30 college credits in Education, Human Services or related field or 15 college credits in Education, Human Services or related field plus 1 year exp. working w/ children; or 2 years exp. working w/children. Excellent Benefits. E-mail your resume to rosemont@kencrest.org or fax it to 610.525.1607. Call 610.525.4771 with questions.
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
DELAWARE COUNTY SYMPHONY HOSTS MUSIC CRITIC PETER DOBRIN MAR.29
You are invited toan "Evening with music critic Peter Dobrin" on Saturday, March 29 at 7:30PM in the home of Dr. and Mrs.Cohen, 2207 Windsor Circle in Broomall, PA. Peter is a music critic for the Philadelphia Inquirer. This program is an opportunity for all patrons and performing artists in the world ofOpera, Ballet and Classical Music to meet, discuss and share their thoughts with the person who sets the 'bench mark' for excellence in the Arts for this region. Reservations are requested at 610.356.5673. A reception of sparkling beverages and gourmet desserts will follow the presentation. Tickets are $25.00
NEW YORK CITY TRIP MAY 3
The Friends of the Marple Public Library are hosting a bus trip to Rockefeller Center, New York City, on Saturday, May 3. Deluxe motorcoach leaves from the Marple Library, Broomall at 8AM and will return to the library about 8:45PM. This is a day on your own in New York City to shop, sightsee or enjoy Broadway theatre. General tickets are $47. All proceeds benefit the Marple Public Library, Sproul and Springfield Roads, Broomall, PA. Information and sign up forms available at the library or www.marplepubliclibrary.org or 610-623-3607.
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
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