Eastern News
DR. HAUERWAS SPEAKS OCT. 2
The Metanexus Lecture Series, co-sponsored by the Templeton Honors College, presents Dr. Hauerwas, professor of theological ethics at Duke University Divinity School, who will talk about the dignity of difference. Thursday, Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. in McInnis Auditorium, Eastern University St. Davids. His talk, “Pentecost,” looks at humanity’s prospects of transforming a trend of domination into a culture of communication. For more information, contact Kathy Siciliano at siciliano@metanexus.net or 484.592.0304.
HOOPS MANIA OCT. 24
Calling all students, faculty and staff for Hoops Mania…Come support and be introduced to the 2008-2009 Eastern Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams. It's Friday, Oct. 24 from 8-10 p.m. in the St. Davids Main Gym. We will have the following:
- Faculty Staff Game…featuring two-time MVP Dr. Joe Modica
- Slam Dunk Contest and 3-Point Contest
- Free Giveaways, T-Shirts, Prizes
- Opportunity to take your chance at winning $10,000 on two occasions
- Free Pizza
ASTRONAUT PLANETARIUM SHOWS SEPT. 19-Oct. 4
Astronaut, the latest immersive planetarium show created by the National Space Centre, takes you from Earth into space... and beyond. Presented in stunning high-definition 360-degree fulldome video and explosive surround sound, ASTRONAUT is out of this world! Show Dates are: Friday Sept. 19, Sat. Sept. 20, Fri. Sept. 26, Sat. Sept. 27, Fri. Oct. 3, and Sat. Oct 4. Show times are 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. each night. Tickets are by reservation only and are $5 per seat, pay at the door. The show, which will include a live Sky Tonight presentation, will last about 45 minutes. For reservations, send an e-mail to planet@eastern.edu or call 610.341.1390. Leave a name and the number of seats you would like to reserve and you will get a confirmation within one to two business days. Visit: www.eastern.edu/planetarium
JUVENILE JUSTICE FORUM SEPT. 26
Eastern University presents The Criminalization of Urban Youth: a Juvenile Justice Issue on Sept. 26 at 10th and Spring Garden Streets, Philadelphia, PA. A Best Practices Networking Reception will begin at 5:00 p.m. and the discussion forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. R.S.V.P. required. Space limited. For information or to register contact 215.769.3122, wbaileyg@eastern.edu or visit www.eastern.edu/urbanma. This program brings together faith-based organizations, community leaders, social service providers, those involved in the judicial system, and urban youth. Paul Conway, Esq. (Phila.Defenders Assoc.), John Rush (Justice and Mercy, Inc.; New Person Center), and Deborah Stith, M.D. (Harvard School of Public Health) will frame the issue, share best practices and engage community leaders to identify solutions. Discussion will focus on two questions. How have perceptions of urban youth impacted or been impacted by such things as violence, legislation, policing, judicial sentences, and media portrayals? What are just and effective Christian responses to the injustices urban youth face?
K-LEE JOHNSON ON TV SEPT. 10-16
Watch for our own Dr. K-lee Johnson on Comcast Newsmakers airing from Sept. 10-16 right after Headline News on CN8. She was interviewed about the Criminalization of Urban Youth Forum (see above). Spots air randomly throughout this period. Visit www.cn8.tv
REGAL’S WALK OCT. 4
Teresa Noye invites us to this fundraising and autism awareness event on Sat., Oct. 4 starting at 9:15 a.m. at Eastern University, 1300 Eagle Rd., St. Davids, PA. For information and donations, go to www.RegalsWalk.com
CAMPUS CALENDAR OF EVENTS ONLINE
Check our listing any time it’s convenient for public events at Eastern University and Palmer Seminary, programs and performances, Open Houses, and more. Click here!
For the Academic Calendar, click here!
YORK INFORMATION SESSION SEPT. 11
Would you or someone you know like to learn more about Central PA programs offered through our Campolo College of Graduate and Professional Studies?
Come to The Hampton Inn, 1550 Mount Zion Road in York, PA, on Thursday, Sept. 11, from 6-8 p.m. To reserve a seat at this or any Central Pennsylvania information session, contact Ryan Knisely at Rknisely@eastern.edu or call 717.565.1951.
We also arrange personal appointments and information sessions. If you are interested in more information, contact us at 1.800.732.7669.
EU ALUMNI-EMPLOYEE LUNCH SEPT. 25
Eastern University Alumni-Employee Appreciation Luncheon will be held on Thursday, Sept. 25, from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the Eagle Hall Great Room (new location this year). Please RSVP by Sept. 18 to Laura A. Manger ’98, Assistant Director of Alumni Relations, at X1712 or lmanger@eastern.edu. The program starts at 11:30 a.m., but feel free to join us at anytime.
NANCY McWILLIAMS SPEAKS NOV. 19
Counseling Psychology @ Eastern University presents guest lecturer Nancy McWilliams speaking on “The Paranoid Personality” Nov. 19 from 6-9 p.m. in McInnis Auditorium, St. Davids. Attendance is free for psychologists, educators, students and counselors. Three continuing education credits may be given for a fee of $30. Nancy McWilliams is the author of several books and numerous articles on personality, psychoanalytic theories, psychopathology, and psychotherapy. She is on the faculty of the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology at Rutgers - the State University of New Jersey. For information or to register, call 610.341.1595 or e-mail gcounsel@eastern.edu. See full brochure here.
ORLANDO COSTAS LECTURE AT SEMINARY OCT. 4
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary Professor of Social Ethics Dr. Eldin Villafañe will deliver the 2008 Orlando E. Costas Lecture on Tuesday, October 4, at 11 a.m. at Palmer Seminary. Dr. Villafañe is widely recognized as being among the nation’s top Latino scholars. An awards luncheon (at about 1:15 p.m.) featuring Latino/a cuisine will follow the lecture. Cost for the buffet luncheon is $10, $5 for students. To make a reservation, call the Dean’s Office at 484.384.2941 or e-mail swebhum@eastern.edu.
BREEZEWAY OPEN DURING RENOVATION
Construction to expand the Breezeway's dining room on the St. Davids campus will continue through most of the semester. However, the Breezeway will be open during the construction. Just enter through the parking lot side of Guffin Hall. And if you want more information about the project, visit http://www.easterndining.com/.
HOMECOMING AND FAMILY WEEKEND OCT. 8-11
Our Homecoming celebration, "Still Havin' Fun!" is October 11. A special Alumni Chapel will be held Wed., Oct. 8 at 10 a.m. in the Gym, and a Worship Service concludes the weekend on Sunday, Oct. 12 at 10 a.m. in McInnis Auditorium. Saturday is packed with fun events including tours, Fall Festival, soccer, Planetarium shows, lots of food, and much more. Visit The Eagle's Nest at www.alumni.eastern.edu to get more information about Homecoming and to register for the event. Plan ahead!
Student News
SOCIAL WORK MEETING SEPT. 12
Interested in finding out what types of internships at social service agencies are available for social work majors? There will be an orientation for social work majors in the Class of 2010 and other interested students on Friday, Sept. 12 from 10:00-10:50 a.m. in the Harold Howard Center room 104. Contact Leslie Gregory at X1591 or lgregory@eastern.edu for more information.
APPLY NOW FOR SPRING MISSIONS TRIP
Applications for the ever popular spring break missions trip (Feb. 28 to March 8, 2009) to the Dominican Republic are now available. Pick one up outside Walton 1-B or online at http://www.eastern.edu/campus/christian_life/missions.html. Applications are due Wed.
Sept. 24.
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 December if you present an approved plan to finish all coursework by December 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.
PLANNING TO STUDY OFF CAMPUS?
All Arts and Sciences students who plan to spend a semester abroad or at a U.S.-based program must first submit an Eastern University Study Abroad/Away Clearance. Students will not be permitted to apply financial aid to any program unless they have an approved clearance on file. Deadlines are October 15 for spring semester and March 15 for fall semester. Please contact Lori Bristol (X5010, lbristol@eastern.edu) in the Registrar's Office with questions or to pick up clearance packets.
WRITING CENTER OPEN
The Writing and Tutoring Centers at St. Davids is open. The Writing Center will be open for appointments and walk-ins for students in the College of Arts and Sciences from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Friday; and 6-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Tutoring is available by appointment only. Questions? Contact John Nordlof (X1453) about the Writing Center and Thelma Gray (X5836) about the Tutoring Center.
IS YOUR HEALTH RECORD COMPLETE?
All students in the College of Arts and Sciences with incomplete health records have had an academic hold placed on their record. PLEASE CHECK YOUR RECORD. This hold will freeze your grades and make it impossible to register for next semester's classes. To have the hold released, contact the Student Health Center at X5955.
STUDENT HEALTH CENTER
Welcome back from the Student Health Center at St. Davids. Our hours have changed so please make note of the following:
General hours for the Student Health Center are Monday-Thursday 9a.m.-12noon, 1p.m.-6 p.m.; and Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. No appointment necessary.
Doctor's hours are Monday-10 a.m.-12 noon, Tuesday 1-3 p.m., Wednesday 5-6 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m.-12 noon. Appointments appreciated. Walk-ins welcome.
LEGACY STUDENTS BRUNCH SEPT. 29
You are invited to the Legacy Student Kick-Off Brunch on Monday, Sept. 29 from 10-10:50 a.m. in Gough Hall Great Room. Please join us for a delicious brunch where we will honor you and give you a free t-shirt. If you received one last year...wear it! Legacy Students are students whose parents or grandparents graduated from Eastern. Please RSVP to Laura Manger’98, Assistant Director of Alumni Relations at lmanger@eastern.edu or X1712 by Sept. 22.
SPRING BREAK IN ITALY
A Spring Capstone Course will include a trip to Italy which can be taken as part of the course or just as an educational, fun trip. Feb. 27-March 8. Cost: $2538 includes airfare, all ground transportation in Italy, and hotels and tours of Rome, Florence, and Venice (plus a day trip to Assisi). Contact Caroline Cherry for information and reservations: ccherry@eastern.edu
STUDENT LEADERS CONFERENCE HERE NOV. 7-9
Eastern University will host the National Christian Multicultural Student Leaders Conference (NCMSLC), November 7-9, 2008. This year’s theme is “Faith In Action: Bridging the Multicultural Gap One Student at a Time.” NCMSLC is an annual student development conference that aims to provide participants with knowledge and skills to enhance their understanding of multicultural ideals, challenges and realities, and the role of the Christian student and Christian institution in the journey toward cultural competency. For more information on NCMSLC, visit www.eastern.edu/ncmslc or contact Jackie Irving (610.341.5872 or jirving@eastern.edu).
HELP WANTED
NOTE: These are just the new postings. See the complete list of jobs available on the left column under “Student Jobs” or click here!
WOMEN’S LACROSSE MANAGERS
Women's Lacrosse team looking for managers for the Spring. Students should qualify for Federal Work Study. Responsibilities include home and away game help, game book/stats, etc. Contact Assistant Coach Rachel Lenzo at rlenzo@eastern.edu.
SAT. NIGHT BABYSITTER
We are looking for a non-smoker babysitter for every Saturday night 6 pm. till 10- maybe later. We have two children ages 7 and 9 and a dog. Our kids go to bed at 8.p.m. We live 6 houses away from St. Davids campus- so you don't need a car. $10 an hour. Call Lisa at 484.802.7774
BABYSITTER IN BRYN MAWR
Needed 3-7:00 p.m. Monday- Friday for 3 delightful girls in Bryn Mawr: ages 15, 12, and 9. You may work 5 days or split the job with another college student if you’d prefer. Beginning immediately: September 2008. Must have driver's license and an excellent driving record; we provide a minivan for transporting the kids. Must provide excellent references. 10 minutes from Eastern's St. Davids campus.
Pay is $15/ hour. Duties include care of the 3 kids, 1 dog, and household; laundry, transportation of kids to activities; homework supervision; and preparation of a simple dinner. Call Colleen at 610.331.1288.
RADNOR CHILD CARE
Radnor family is seeking a student for part-time child care and driving. The student would be responsible for in-home child care and periodically driving children to/from various activities. Children’s ages are 7, 13 and 16. Candidate must have a current driver’s license, vehicle, and impeccable driving record. Contact Brett Senior (brett@seniormg.com).
RUSSIAN SPEAKER WANTED
Native Russian speaker wanted to help maintain language skills of two bilingual American boys, ages 5 and 8. We live within easy walking distance of the Eastern St. Davids campus. Work 10-20 hours per week, morning (8a.m.-12noon) and weekend hours preferred. Contact Caren (610.688.2677 or clambert@ufgam.com).
WORK IN URBAN STUDIES
The Urban Studies Department is looking for reliable, detail-oriented and enthusiastic student workers who are eager to work in an office setting. Job responsibilities include general office work as well as assisting with special events and projects. Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs is needed. Must be willing to get a van license. Flexible hours. FWS eligible students given first priority. More information and/or applications are available by contacting Dr. Kimberlee Johnson at kjohnso2@eastern.edu. The Urban Studies Department is located at Eastern’s School for Social Change at 10th & Spring Garden Streets in Philadelphia.
AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE
Student needed between 3:30 and 6:30 p.m., for 3-4 days per week (flexible with days and hours). Looking for someone with a great attitude and their own transportation to come to our home in Narberth, PA. We have a boy (10) a girl (13) and a small dog. We are looking for someone with high energy to play with the kids and help with homework. $13/hr (usually $40/day) Gas will be reimbursed for any extra driving. Contact Nicole Carville (215.680.9361 or ncarville@comcast.net).
RADNOR BABYSITTER
Babysit in our Radnor home for two boys - 6 and 13. We are minutes from the Eastern St. Davids campus. We can set up a schedule one semester at a time (mostly evenings, every other Saturday). Please contact Diane at 610-971-4475 or dianelcoll@aol.com. Great kids and fun family. Our past Eastern babysitters have stayed for years!
PT BABYSITTER NEAR ST. DAVIDS CAMPUS
We are looking for a babysitter for our 13-month-old son for some nights during the week as well as some weekend nights. You must have your own transportation and provide references. We live less than 2 miles from St. Davids campus. We are looking for someone to become a permanent babysitter. Call Sue at 484.557.9414.
OTHER EVENTS
SPEAKERS WANTED FOR MARTIN’S RUN
This retirement community is looking for faculty speakers on a variety of general topics to present 45-minute talks to their residents at 10:30 a.m., 3 p.m. or 7 p.m. Small stipend. Call Edith Helman at 610.353.6645.
2009 MISSION TRIPS TO JAMAICA
Feb. and July 2009. Seven-day trip $599 per person plus airfare. Trip includes excellent accommodations, meals, transportation and local activities. Variety of ministry opportunities. Individuals and teams welcome. Preachers and construction people needed. Sponsored by N. Lafayette St. Baptist Church in Shelby, NC. Contact Dr. Tom Sees 704.538.7795 or 704.297.8681 (cell) or revtomsees_NLSBaptistChurch@yahoo.com.
DELAWARE CO. SYMPHONY SEPT. 28 AND OCT. 19
The Delaware County Symphony will present the first concert of its Chamber Concert Series for the 2008-2009 season on Sunday, Sept. 28, at 3 p.m. in the Meagher Theatre at Neumann College, Aston, PA. Tickets are $10, $8 for seniors/students, and free for children 12 and under with paying adult. There is ample free parking and the Center is handicapped-accessible. Included on the program are Schubert's Trio in E-flat for Piano, Violin and Cello, op. 100 and Shostakovich's Quintet for Piano and Strings in G minor, op. 57. The first full symphony concert for the 2008-09 season will be on Sunday, Oct. 19 at 3:00 p.m. with an All Russian concert. Call 610.356.5673 or visit www.dcsmusic.org.
ACCESS “@EASTERN” ANYTIME
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See and hear this new 30-second Flash movie about Eastern University created by your University Communications Office. Send it to a friend, relative, colleague or prospective student.
Mission Schedule
MISSIONS TRIPS FOR 2008-2009
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.
Haiti, Jan. 3-11, 2009: A team of 9 will partner with Beyond Borders for a Transformational Travel trip.
Dominican Republic, Feb 28 - Mar. 8, 2009: Our team will continue Eastern’s work in El Fondo with Food for the Hungry and Goshen Baptist. Applications available in September.
Habitat for Humanity, Feb 28 - Mar. 8, 2009: Two teams will tackle low-cost home construction in the U.S. over spring break. Applications available in the fall.
Contact Andy Horvath (X1830 or ahorvath@eastern.edu).
Mission trip applications are online at:www.eastern.edu/campus/christian_life/missions.html
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