Last Updated on Thursday, January 8, 2009
Eastern News
INAUGURATION DAY CELEBRATION JAN. 20
The All Day Inaugural Celebration will be held at St. Davids, in Walton Hall in the Jammin' Java lounge area just outside the Eagles' Nest from 8 a.m. to midnight on Jan. 20. Be sure to stop by for the festivities.
WHO IS YOUR NOMINEE FOR A CNN HEROES AWARD?
Cable News Network (CNN) is searching the globe for people whose selflessness, dedication and achievement are as inspiring as the CNN Heroes they honored in 2008. Now they are looking for this year's nominations. There are many Eastern University people and groups that fit the bill. Or other church and service organizations we are associated with. Go to www.CNN.com for details. To nominate someone, go to: http://www.cnn.com/SPECIALS/2008/cnn.heroes/nom/. Just tell CNN about your hero, and why CNN should share his or her story with the world. The most outstanding nominees will be honored at an all-star tribute at the end of 2009.
WINDOWS ON THE WORLD SPRING 2009 SCHEDULE
Windows on the World is intended to stimulate personal involvement in and knowledge of some of the crucial and controversial issues facing Christians today. Through these forums, the EU campus community is exposed to Christian thinkers and activists who model our motto of “the whole Gospel for the whole world.” All presentations are held Fridays at 10 a.m. in McInnis Auditorium, St. Davids, unless otherwise specified. They are free and open to the public. For more information, contact the Provost's Office at 610.341.1396. View the current schedule here: http://www.eastern.edu/academic/provost/Windows-on-the-World.html
ENDURE REMINDS US TO THANK OUR MENTOR
JAN. 22
Created by the Harvard School of Public Health and MENTOR, National Mentoring Month is marking its eighth year in 2009. As a highlight, Thank Your Mentor Day will be celebrated on January 22. Here are four ways to honor your mentor: 1) contact your mentor directly to express your appreciation; 2) pass on what you received by becoming a mentor to a young person in your community; 3) make a financial contribution to a local mentoring program; and 4) write a tribute to your mentor for posting on www.WhoMentoredYou.org.
DID YOU KNOW?
Did you know that Eastern University has 16,183 alumni living in 50 states and 77 countries? Watch for this new feature every week. If you’d like to contribute an interesting fact about the University, please send it to lolson@eastern.edu and cite your source. Thanks.
BOOK YOUR TRAVEL THROUGH NEW ALUMNI SITE
Your Alumni Office is pleased to offer all of us a new benefit this year - a complete travel service available at www.easternuniversitytravel.com. Check it out the next time you are booking a flight, hotel room, vacation package, cruise, etc. The good news is that when you use this convenient site, a portion of the proceeds come back to Eastern University. Everyone is welcome to use the site, not just alumni. Tell your family and friends. Check it out today!
THE CLEAN GREEN MACHINE JAN. 29-FEB. 1
Yes! And... presents The Clean Green Machine. Mother Nature has won a free vacation (and boy does she deserve it.) What happens when a group of well- mannered but ill-equipped youngsters is left at the helm? Will Mother Nature be reunited with a lost love? Will nature bite back? The only way to find out is to join us for this year's "A Winter Sort of Thing." January 29 at 7 p.m. and January 30 at 11:30 a.m. (schools) and 7 p.m. January 31 at 11:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.; and February 1 at 3 p.m. McInnis Auditorium, St. Davids. Tickets: $5 Eastern University ID; $8 Seniors & Children (under 12); and $10 General Admission. NOTE: Do you know a school group that would like to make "The Clean Green Machine" one of their field trips for the year? Yes! And... has a special school groups performance featuring a special price, a talk-back session, classroom materials and the opportunity to have an artist visit your classroom. Visit www.yesandcamp.org
Student News
STUDENT HEALTH CENTER NEW HOURS
Beginning January 2009 the Student Health Center at St. Davids has new hours:
- Monday - Thursday 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
(closed 12:30 p.m.-1 p.m. for lunch) - Friday - 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
- Monday 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Tuesday 1 p.m.-3 p.m.
- Wednesday 2 p.m.-3 p.m.
- Thursday 9:45 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
Help Wanted
BABYSITTER WANTED
Family looking for responsible and fun loving babysitter for two small boys. Hours are part-time (about 8 hrs/week) and will try to work with student's schedule. We have a dog and cat and live outside Valley Forge Park. Must have references and a car. Contact Renee (610.955.3509 or sweetbug@mac.com).
PART-TIME NANNY
Paoli family is looking for a loving, child-oriented caregiver for our 2-1/2-year-old son. Position begins January 5 and goes until April 3. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11:45 a.m.-4 p.m. Our son would need to be picked up in a safe vehicle from pre-school in Berwyn and brought to our home in Paoli. Tuesday and Thursday from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Hourly rate: $12/hour. Contact Katie (610.246.7290 or buzbeek@verizon.net).
CHILD CARE TUES. AND THURS.
Child care needed on Tuesday and Thursdays from 3-6 p.m. for my three fun loving children ages 12, 11, and 9. Located in Wayne, within walking distance to Strafford train station. E-mail l.bernick@verizon.net or call 610.964.9033.
NOTE: These are just the new postings. See the complete list of jobs available on the left column under “Student Jobs” or click here!
Other Events
DELCO SYMPHONY FEB. 8 AND MARCH 1
The Delaware County Symphony will present the third of its Chamber Concert Series for the 2008-2009 season on Sunday, Feb. 8, 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 Roman Pawlowski's Gifts from the Heart-Suite for Piano, and Original Jazz Arrangements by Dexterity, the Delaware County Symphony's Jazz Ensemble. Chamber program commentary will be provided by Roman Pawlowski, Music Director of the Delaware County Symphony. The third full symphony concert will be on Sunday, March 1, at 3:00 p.m. entitled "American Adventures." The program will feature soloist Thomas DiSarlo performing Barber's Concerto for Violin. Included on the program will be Ives' Symphony No. 2, and Gershwin's An American in Paris. For information call 610.356.5673 or visit www.dcsmusic.org
HOUSE FOR RENT
House within walking distance of St. Davids campus for rent. 4 Bedroom, 1-1/2 bath, family room twin home; close to train and downtown Wayne. Partially fenced backyard, new kitchen. Radnor schools. $1400/month Contact chrisfantu@yahoo.com
HAIR SALON SPECIAL FOR EASTERN
Special for all Students and Faculty! 20% off your first hair service with Christina at Jay Michael Salon and Spa located in the Radnor Hotel, 595 E. Lancaster Ave., St. Davids. Call 610.964.0800. Just present valid ID at time of service.
EPIPHANY TEA JAN. 10
Tea with Paula Rinehart, author, speaker, counselor, on January 10, from 1:30 - 5 p.m. at Springton Lake Presbyterian Church. Harpist Keety Dolfe will provide the music. There is no charge, however, we welcome your offerings (suggested donation - $10). To be our guest, please leave your name, phone number and church name with Donna Narron (610.356.4550 or office@slpca.org). Our church is just north of the Springton Lake Reservoir on Route 252 (South Newtown Street Road), where Media Line Road intersects Route 252.
ACCESS “@EASTERN” ANYTIME
Did you know that you can read the current issue of “@Eastern” whenever you want on the new Eastern University Web site? Just go to the homepage at www.eastern.edu and click on “@Eastern weekly E-newsletter” on the “Useful Links” section at the bottom of the home page. “@Eastern” is updated weekly and we send you the link to each new edition. But now you can read it anytime it’s convenient for you.
EASTERN IN A FLASH! VIDEO CLIP
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
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
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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