Eastern News
THE HONORABLE RICK SANTORUM HERE APRIL 17
We are excited to announce that Rick Santorum, former U.S. Senator from PA, will be speaking at Eastern's Conversations that Matter on Thursday, April 17, from 7-9PM in the Gymnasium at St. Davids. His topic is America’s future. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to the President's Office at president@eastern.edu or 610.341.5890. We look forward to seeing you there!
PEOPLE FOR PEOPLE PARTNERSHIP SIGNING AND INSTITUTE KICK-OFF APRIL 16 RSVP BY APRIL 4
Eastern University President Dr. David R. Black and People for People Inc. CEO Dr. Herbert H. Lusk, II are pleased to announce that they have formed a partnership which has led to the inception of the People for People Institute. The Institute will provide higher education degree programs that will lead to professional and personal empowerment for disenfranchised, under-represented Philadelphia residents. You are invited to the formal Partnership Signing Ceremony on April 16, from 10AM to noon at “The View,” at People for People Inc., 800 N. Broad Street in Philadelphia, PA. Invited guests include The Honorable Mayor Michael Nutter, educators, and a number of church and community leaders. Please R.S.V.P. by April 4 to Diana Robertson at 610.341.5904 or register online at www.eastern.edu/pfp We look forward to your attendance.
MEANWHILE, I KEEP DANCING APRIL 18-20
Eastern University presents a concert of dance works by faculty and students April 18-19 at 8PM and on Sunday, April 20 at 3PM in McInnis Auditorium, St. Davids. Tickets are $10 for the general public; $8 for children and senior citizens; and $5 for students with their Eastern University ID card. Call 610.225.5545.
FIRST U.S. CLASS START FOR SLD ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Our School of Leadership & Development (SLD) is pleased to announce the start of its first U.S. based Organizational Leadership Program. The class has been conducted overseas in Africa, Eastern Europe, Asia and South America for several years in partnership with World Vision and Habitat for Humanity. The first U.S. cohort starts April 4. To mark the historic event, SLD hosted a small banquet. Dr. Sharon Gramby Sobukwe is program chair and Mike Sheridan is the program coordinator. Congratulations!
BOOKSTORE BUZZ FOR APRIL
Read what’s new at the St. Davids Bookstore here!
OLD ELECTRONICS WANTED FOR MISSIONS FUNDRAISER APRIL 4
The Philippines 2008 mission team is collecting old and used cell phones, ink jet printer cartridges, DVD movies and videogames, portable DVD players, laptop computers, MP3 players, x-boxes, Sony Playstations, Wii, digital cameras and digital video cameras, digital picture frames, and portable navigation and GPS devices. Everything we collect will be sent out April 4. If you have any questions or something to donate, contact Rachel Keller at rkeller@eastern.edu. We appreciate your support!
PHILA. NONPROFIT CAREER FAIR APRIL 10
Jobs and Internships for a Brighter Future. Held April 10 from 10AM to 2PM at Saint Joseph’s University, Alumni Memorial Fieldhouse. Organized by The Nonprofit Career Fair Consortium. Find opportunities for internships and paid, full-time jobs; Information sessions about working for nonprofits; more information at www.idealist.org. Questions? Jackie Irving, 610.341.5872 or e-mail jirving@eastern.edu.
RECYCLING ON CAMPUS
Eastern University has two main types of recycling on the St. Davids campus:
- Commingles: all aluminum, glass, and #1 and #2 plastics.
- Paper/Cardboard: all clean paper products and cardboard that have not been touched by food. Paper products can be any color, magazines, junk mail, newspaper, and envelopes. These items can have staples, small amounts of tape, glue or other packing materials.
Thanks for recycling and being good stewards of our beautiful campus environment!
PALESTINIAN ART DISPLAY AT LIBRARY THROUGH APRIL 25
Come see photos taken by EU student Adam Beach of Arab Palestinians who live in either the occupied Palestinian territories or are citizens of Israel. Most of the persons pictured are refugees. Prints are for sale. Adam Beach is an emerging photojournalist and student of Middle Eastern Studies and Cultural Anthropology. From May to July 2007 Adam traveled throughout the West Bank, Gaza Strip and Israel with EU students Megan Tahquette and Peder Wiegner photographing and filming various forms of nonviolent resistance against the Israeli occupation. Beach's photos will be part of a documentary film project set to be released in May, 2008. The film is called Handala and will be screened at film festivals and artistic venues on the East Coast and Midwest. Beach can be contacted at wagepeacebeach@ gmail.com Information about the film is at yallahyallahyallah.blogspot.com. Prints can also be purchased by contacting Beach by e-mail.
NOMINATE BARNABAS SERVANT LEADERS BY APRIL 7
The Barnabas Servant Leadership Award, sponsored by the Barney II Foundation of River Forest, IL, is awarded annually to juniors who have demonstrated outstanding servant leadership on campus or in the community. This year we expect to make 2-4 awards; each winner will receive a monetary grant and the opportunity to donate to the EU volunteer organization of her/his choice. Last year’s award winners were Kevin Bennett, Edie Doane, Cliff Gehret and Peder Wiegner. To nominate a junior student for this award, e-mail YOUR name, the NOMINEE’s name, a description of the voluntary activity on campus, in the community or church on which you base your nomination, and a description of the servant leadership qualities possessed by the candidate and how she/he has affected the life of the campus, community or organization to Tess Bradley, Director, Career & Leadership Development (tbradley@eastern.edu.) Please submit nominations by April 7.
FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL
Eastern presents TheTournées 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.
- 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)
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
Student News
2009 MISSION TRIP APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE AND DUE APR. 9
Haiti and New Orleans/Katrina Relief Jan. '09 mission trip applications now available in the mailroom and online. Applications are due April 9. Contact Andy Horvath with questions at 610.341.1830 or ahorvath@eastern.edu.
FALL 2008 ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR GRAD STUDENTS
E-Net Student Services now includes Summer and Fall 2008 course offerings. Online registration for graduate students is now open.
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK COLLECTING CONTEST DEADLINE APRIL 4
FIRST PRIZE: $350
SECOND PRIZE: $200
THIRD PRIZE: $150
Eastern University undergraduate students collect books and share their interests. Deadline for entries is April 4. Contest rules: Six to ten books may be entered per collection. The collections will be judged on the basis of depth of personal interest, unity of purpose and potential value for future scholarship. Include a one-page paper that lists your name and contact information, the titles of each book in your collection, a short description of each, and why you chose these books for your collection. For complete details, contact Jim Sauer at jsauer@eastern.edu or X5957. Winners will be notified and prizes will be awarded at the annual Friends of the Library Dinner on April 25.
JONATHAN ORR ESSAY CONTEST DEADLINE APRIL 4
FIRST PRIZE: $500
SECOND PRIZE: $350
THIRD PRIZE: $250
Friends of the Library invite Eastern University students to enter. Submit an essay that will "Describe the effects of the Internet on Spiritual Life." We are looking for well-crafted essays; length must be at least 400 words and must not exceed 750 words; essays must be the original work of the applicant. Plagiarism in any form will result in disqualification. Please cite any and all resources. Submit all entries electronically to Jim Sauer at jsauer@eastern.edu. Entries must include the writer’s name, year, major and contact information. Winners will be contacted by phone or email. Awards will be presented at the annual Friends of the Library Dinner at Eastern University on April 25.
VILLANOVA RELAY FOR LIFE APRIL 18-19
Join Eastern's Nursing Dept. and others as they gather to celebrate survivors, remember those lost to cancer, and to fight back against this disease. As volunteers and donors, your efforts support research, education, advocacy, and services that allow the American Cancer Society to offer help and hope to people across the country. If you would like to make a donation go online to RelayforLife.org and search for the Eastern University BSN2 Team participating in the Villanova Event. Please help Eastern’s BSN2 Team Reach Their Fundraising Goal!
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 class will be offered April 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
WOMEN’S LACROSSE TEAM MANAGER
Women's Lacrosse Team is looking for another Federal Work Study manager to help with game day operations. Time commitment would be for home and away games- no lacrosse experience is necessary. Please e-mail Assistant Coach Rachel Lenzo at rlenzo@eastern.edu.
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.
MUSICIANS WANTED
The Delaware County Symphony welcomes musicians to audition for its 2008-2009 season. The symphony presents four chamber concerts and four symphony concerts each season. Rehearsals are Monday evenings and performances are Sunday afternoons, both at the Meagher Theatre, Neumann College, Aston, PA (www.neumann.edu). Also visit www.dcsmusic.org. The Delaware County Symphony will perform at the Kimmel Center November 2008. Questions? Anne Segermark (610.688.2263 or segflute@aol.com).
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 CONCERT APRIL 6
The Delaware County Symphony, under the direction of Roman Pawlowski, will present the fourth of its Chamber Music Series on Sunday, April 6, at 3PM in the Meagher Theatre of the Thomas A. Bruder, Jr. Life Center at Neumann College, Aston, PA. Tickets are $10, Seniors/Students $8, and children 12 and under are free with paying adult. This concert includes the String Quartet in C, op.20, no. 2 by Joseph Hayden, Sonata for Violin and Cello by Maurice Ravel, and the String Quartet in B-flat , op. 67 by Johannes Brahms. Program commentary will be by Roman Pawlowski, and seating will be on Stage. The next full DCS Symphony concert will be on Sunday, May 4, at 3PM. Information and group ticket sales at 610.356.5673, or visit www.dcsmusic.org
Mission Schedule
MISSIONS TRIPS FOR 2008-2009
Philippines, May 11-27, 2008: Our arts-focused team will minister for two weeks among the very poor in urban and rural areas, working with a church that Prof. Bush pioneered 20 years ago.
Bolivia, May 12-27, 2008: Our team of 11 will return to Cochabamba to work with MAP, a comprehensive health agency.
Missions Forum, Oct. 22-24, 2008: Missions organizations and activities on campus, sponsored by Student Missions Fellowship (SMF).
New Orleans, Jan. 2-11, 2009: A team will do Hurricane Katrina relief and construction along the gulf coast with a local church and Habitat. Applications now available and are due Apr. 9.
Haiti, Jan. 3-11, 2009: A team of 9 will partner with Beyond Borders for a Transformational Travel trip. Applications now available and are due Apr. 9.
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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