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GRAD OPEN HOUSE MARCH 28
The Campolo College of Graduate Professional Studies and the Loeb School of Education and Counseling Psychology Department invite you to an Open House Saturday, March 28, from 9a.m. to noon, at the Eagle Learning Center room 101, St. Davids. Attend the Program Presentations beginning at 9:30a.m., or stop in anytime to learn about the programs, admission requirements, and careers in teaching and counseling. Bring transcripts and meet with an academic advisor, or speak with financial aid. R.S.V.P. to mhammond@eastern.edu. Contact Loeb School of Education: 610.341.5947. Department of Counseling Psychology: 610.225.5525.
DENISON WITMER CONCERT MARCH 26
Presented by SGA in Walton Hall, Dining Commons, St. Davids on Thursday, March 26. Doors open 8:45p.m. Eastern students and faculty may purchase tickets for $1.00 outside the Dining Commons between March 16-25. All others can order tickets at: http://denisonwitmer.eventbrite.com/. Contact person: Brian Campbell (302.545.5134 or bcampbel@eastern.edu).
URBAN STUDIES PREVIEW DAY MARCH 31
Come to the School for Social Change on Tuesday, March 31, from 5-8p.m. to learn more about the master of arts in urban studies. Location is 990 Spring Garden Streets, 6th Floor, Philadelphia, PA. Application fee waived for participants. Sit in on a class, share dinner with faculty and students, get financial aid information. R.S.V.P. to urbanma@eastern.edu.
SEMINARY OPEN HOUSE APRIL 4
Palmer Seminary will hold its Spring Open House on Saturday, April 4. Refreshments and registration at 8:30 a.m. with an orientation program from 9 a.m. until noon. Come ask questions and sit in on a Seminary class. For more information, visit www.palmerseminary.edu or call 434.384.2948.
PRISON SYMPOSIUM APRIL 2-4
Eastern's People for People Institute presents "Faith, Reason and Justice: A Three-tiered Conversation on the Prison Industrial Complex" at 800 N. Broad St. in Philadelphia. April 2, from 6-8 p.m., is Shalom Leadership for EU students only. The following programs are free and open to the public: Friday, April 3: Networking begins at 5:30 p.m.; Documentary on Hip Hop from 7:30-8:45 p.m.; Panel discussion on Hip Hop from 8:45-9:30 p.m. Sat., April 4: Symposium on violence, sentencing policy, prison, holistic ministry and much more from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Post-session plans from 3:30-5 p.m. RSVP required: call 267.440.3509.
ESPERANZA FAMILIES EVENT APRIL 4
Esperanza College of Eastern University and Esperanza Inc. invite us all to join them on Saturday, April 4 when Congressman Luis Gutierrez makes the final stop on his “Familias Unidas” (Uniting Families) campaign. This community gathering on Immigration includes prayer, testimonies from immigrant families, Gospel and Salsa singers, plus a Mariachi Band. No RSVP is necessary. Just come and enjoy.
MUSIC GALA BENEFIT CONCERT MARCH 27
Save the Date! Our 6th Annual Music Gala Benefit Concert features David Kim- Concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra, the Eastern University Piano Quartet, Turning Point, University Choir, and other music faculty and students. It's March 27 at 7:30p.m. at Church of the Saviour, 651 North Wayne Avenue, Wayne, PA. Tickets: $40, $30, $20, $15. For concert and ticket information, call Colleen Bradstreet at 610.341.4397. Order tickets online: www.musicgala.myevent.com. Read more details about the Gala at: http://eastern.edu/news/releases/2008/musicgala.html
MUSIC GALA PODCAST WITH RON MATTHEWS
Listen as Ron Matthews speaks with Rebecca Druckenmiller on the great highlights of this year's 6th Annual Music Gala Benefit Concert. Click here to listen in on their conversation.
LEAMAN ART ON DISPLAY IN MCINNIS
Jeannie Leaman, Secretary for The Center for Faith and Practice and The Office of Careers and Calling, along with her husband, Chris Leaman, both local artists, are showing their Paintings and Photographs on the 2nd floor of McInnis, St. Davids, through the month of March. Please stop by.
URBAN STUDIES OPEN HOUSE MARCH 31
Eastern's Urban Studies Department invites you to come and find out more about our MA in Urban Studies Program. Sit in on a class, have dinner with students and faculty, get financial aid information, and get an application fee waiver. Join us Tuesday, March 31, from 5-8p.m. at 990 Spring Garden St. 6th Floor, Philadelphia, PA. Find out more and RSVP at www.eastern.edu/urbanmapreviewday
RADNOR TOWNSHIP NEEDS VOLUNTEERS MARCH 28
The Cottage at the Willows Park in Radnor Township, a 100-year-old gatehouse, is being restored and you can help. Come Saturday, March 28 from 11a.m. to 3p.m. Bring a brown bag lunch; drinks will be provided. For more information and to let them know when you are coming, contact Mark Janiczek at mjaniczek@comcast.net. Let EU Student Development know you are going by e-mail to bbrigham@eastern.edu.
MICHAEL A. SKINNER ARTZ FESTIVAL MARCH 27
In loving memory of Michael A. Skinner, this Artz Festival is a celebration of how creativity through personality and character reflects the glory of God. The event is hosted by the ENDURE mentoring program and will be held at St. Davids on March 27 from 4-7:30p.m. in Jammin Java and the Commuter Lounge in Walton Hall. There will be various kinds of art, i.e. paintings, spoken word, musicians, and it is open to the entire Eastern community. All are invited to attend and participate. Participants need to register by Feb. 27 by e-mailing endure@eastern.edu or calling 610.341.4374.
MICROFINANCE CONFERENCE MARCH 28
The Eastern University Microfinance Conference will be held on March 28 from 9a.m. to 3p.m. The event is free for Eastern students and faculty. Details and contact information are available at www.EasternMFC.com. Eastern University SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) is the sponsoring campus group and it is one of three mandatory events available to business majors. For more details and to register, go to: http://www.suretomeet.com/exec/gt/event.h,event=ab8b5c1dce7a
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.
DID YOU KNOW…….
Did you know that Eastern is co-sponsoring the Creation ‘09 Festival to be held June 24-27 at Agape Farm in Mt. Union, PA? This is the nation’s largest Christian music festival. Learn more at www.creationfest.com.
Student News
STUDENT MONEY PANEL MARCH 26
Money Matters Alumni Panel. Are you a student who's worried about your money? Come hear four recent grads discuss finances when you graduate: loan repayments, budgeting, finding jobs and housing, and much, much more. Thursday, March 26, from 7-9p.m. in Baird Library, Walton Hall, St. Davids.
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR GRAD STUDENTS
Summer and Fall 2009 registration for graduate students will open in E-Net Student Services on March 27 at 9a.m. Go to www.eastern.edu/academic/registrar for printable schedules and forms and click on E-Net Student Services to review course details and register.
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR UNDERGRADS
Fall 2009 registration for College of Arts and Sciences students will open in E-Net Student Services on March 24 at 5p.m. Priority registration times are assigned according to earned credit hours. Go to www.eastern.edu/academic/registrar for registration materials and click on E-Net Student Services to review your degree audit and register.
BOOK COLLECTING CONTEST DEADLINE APRIL 3
Presented by Eastern's Friends of the Library.
FIRST PRIZE: $350; SECOND PRIZE: $200; THIRD PRIZE: $150
EU undergraduate students in the College of Arts and Sciences are invited to collect books and share their interests with others. To enter, select 6-10 books from your collection. Include a one-page paper with a short description of each book, and why you chose it for your collection. Deadline for entries is April 3. Questions, contact Jim Sauer (jsauer@eastern.edu or X5957). Winners will be notified and prizes will be awarded at the annual Friends of the Library Dinner on April 17.
JONATHAN ORR ESSAY CONTEST DEADLINE APRIL 3
Presented by Friends of the Library.
FIRST PRIZE: $500; SECOND PRIZE: $350; THIRD PRIZE: $250
Open to EU undergraduate students in the College of Arts and Sciences. The Essay Topic is: You are shipwrecked on a desert island. You find a waterproof case that has been washed ashore with tools, medicine, and a copy of the Bible. The case also contains three other books. What three books would you want on this island, and why? We will be looking for well-crafted essays that use correct spelling and good grammar. Length is 400-750 words. Essays must be the original work of the applicant. Entries must be submitted electronically to Jim Sauer at jsauer@eastern.edu. Winners will be invited to the annual Friends of the Library Dinner at Eastern University on Friday, April 17, to receive their award.
APARTMENT FOR SUMMER
Need an apartment for summer break? (May 1- August 31). Large bedroom with large closet and private bath in a spacious 2-bedroom/2-bath apartment (large enough for two to share and save $). Full use of kitchen and living room. Complex offers free access to gym and pool for the summer.Share with 22-year-old female, Eastern grad. Rent is about $600/month and includes everything (cable-internet-all utilities). Located in Devon about 5 min. from Eastern's St. Davids campus. Available May 1 or sooner. For more info/pictures e-mail: lm1274@gmail.com.
ROOM FOR RENT
Room for rent/house share, two miles from Immaculata and Exton Mall. Looking for a mature student/faculty member. Rent is $600/month all included (no utilities). Four bedrooms, 2-1/2 bath, one acre, private surroundings. I am 61, male, separated, and have a shy English setter and a cat. Call my cell 215.694.5389.
APARTMENT TO SHARE
Nice two-bedroom apartment in quiet garden setting, large room with large closet, with full use of kitchen, living room, storage, nice neighbors. Must see. Share with mid-30s mature, friendly, working female whose cat is quiet and shy. Rent is $480/month and includes everything (cable-internet-utilities). Located in Plymouth Meeting, about 15 min. from Eastern's St. Davids campus. Available March 15. E-mail bagsbox@gmail.com.
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, 2009. 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.
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Quote from a subscriber: “I have hired about a dozen babysitters from Eastern and have always had great experiences with them. You have wonderful students!”
RESTAURANT HELP
Hana Japanese Restaurant in the nearby Strafford shopping center is offering part- time jobs for the lunch and dinner hours. Call them at 610.687.3320.
JOBS AT DEVEREUX
The Devereux mission is to change lives and nurture human potential. We have full-time and part-time Direct Support positions available. Located at 390 East Boot Road, West Chester, PA 19380. Visit www.devereux.org to explore job opportunities. Must be 21 years of age, have a valid driver’s license and transportation.
YOUTH MINISTRY DIRECTOR
The Green Spring First Church of God seeks a full-time youth min. director for planning, organizing and implementing a balanced Biblical ministry for youth (6th-12th grade). Includes Sunday School, Wednesday and Sunday Evening programs. Send resume to: Green Spring First Church of God, c/o Philip Steele, Senior Pastor, 1140 Green Spring Rd., Newville, PA 17241. For information, contact: 717.423.6863 or sheepdog@pa.net.
WAYNE BABYSITTER
Wayne family seeks occasional babysitter for 9-year-old girl. Primarily Wednesday or Thursday evenings and an occasional Saturday evening, 3 or 4 evenings per month. Prefer someone with their own transportation. $10 per hour. Please contact Amy at 484.367.7711.
DEVON BABYSITTER
We are looking for a regular weekday/weekend babysitter for our children ages 7, 5 and 3. Three afternoons a week, T, W, and Th, from 2-6 p.m. and some Saturday evenings. Must be energetic and very responsible/reliable. Must have own transportation (no driving during babysitting hours required), good references for babysitting or other childcare experience. Light clean-up. Contact Mary Ruth Thompson at 484.367.7061 or maryrutht53@msn.com, with your full name, a brief introduction, your babysitting experience, contact information, etc. Position will start ASAP.
SUMMER NANNY (LIVE-OUT)
Local Wayne family. Position begins in mid-May and goes through mid-August and includes care for our three children, ages 3 (girl), 8 (boy) and 10 (girl). There is some flexibility but it most likely includes picking up one child from summer school, picking up another two from camps, and spending most of the day at the Easter University Swim club. We need a reliable driver with a car, but if that’s a problem I can provide mine. We will not need help on Fridays. Looking for someone who is dependable, non-smoking, loves children and doesn’t mind a big dog. Contact Katrina Hayday Wester at katrina.wester1@verizon.net or 610.225.0840.
NOTE: See the complete list of jobs available on the left column under “Student Jobs” or click here!
Other Events
LOTS OF LOCAL SUMMER CAMPS
Welcome to the Second Annual Camp Guide published by MainLineNeighbors.com. We hope you find this guide useful. Check out MainLineCamps.com.
CHRISTIAN ART AT LOCAL CHURCH
During the season of Lent, Church of the Good Samaritan in Paoli presents Anna Kocher's Way of the Cross paintings. Way of the Cross Prayer Guides are available in the gallery and on Good Samaritan's Web site: www.good-samaritan.org.
ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCING AT MARPLE LIBRARY MARCH 31
The Friends of the Marple Public Library invite you to an evening of English Country Dancing, Jane Austen Style, performed by members of the Germantown Country Dancers in period costume. Learn the style of dancing that was fashionable in the PBS movies of Pride and Prejudice and other novels by Jane Austen. Free and open to the public, appropriate for all ages 12 and above. Marple Public Library, Sproul and Springfield Roads, Broomall, Tuesday, March 31 at 7:15 p.m. lower level community room. Reservations not necessary but recommended at 610.356.1510. A desserts reception will follow.
JOE SESTAK AT MARPLE LIBRARY APRIL 7
You are invited to attend a Town Hall meeting with U.S. Congressman Joe Sestak (D-7 District) to talk about the problem and concerns of our economy and the Federal Bailout. It's 5:45p.m. at Marple Public Library, Sproul and Springfield Rds. in Broomall, PA. Free and open to the public. Please RSVP to 610.623.3607.
DELCO CONCERTS APRIL 5 AND MAY 3
The Delaware County Symphony will present the fourth concert of its Chamber Concert Series for the 2008-2009 season on Sunday, April 5, 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. The program includes Mozart, Prokofiev, and Elgar. Commentary provided by Roman Pawlowski, Music Director. The final full symphony concert will be Sunday, May 3, at 3:00 p.m. entitled, "Of Palestine and Persia." The program will feature Scheherazade by Rimsky-Korsakov, Danse Bacchanale by Saint-Saens, and Brahm's Piano Concerto No.1, performed by Jennifer Campbell, piano, Youth Competition Winner. For information, call 610.356.5673 or visit www.dcsmusic.org
CARILLON CONCERTS SUMMER 2009
The Washington Memorial National Carillon invites us all to its 2009 Summer Concerts, every Wednesday in July and August at 7:30 p.m. The Carillon is located in Valley Forge National Park at the Washington Memorial Chapel, Route 23, Valley Forge, PA. Bring a blanket, lawn chair, snacks or dinner. The Chapel Cabin Shop will be open for refreshments. All Wednesday concerts will be played RAIN OR SHINE. All concerts are free and open to the public. Call 610.783.0120 or visit www.washingtonmemorialchapel.org.
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Mission Schedule
EU MISSION TRIPS AND CONFERENCES 2009-2010
Bolivia, May 13-28, 2009. Our team of 11 will return to Cochabamba to work with MAP, a comprehensive health agency.
Missions Forum, Oct. 21-23, 2009. Missions organizations and other activities on campus.
Urbana, Dec. 27-31, 2009. Massive student mission conference in St. Louis by InterVarsity (www.Urbana09.org). Ten $50 student vouchers available.
New Orleans, Jan. 2-10, 2010. A team will do Hurricane Katrina relief and construction along the Gulf Coast with a local church. Applications now available online (www.eastern.edu/campus/christian_life/missions.html) and are due Wed. April 8, 2009.
Haiti, Jan. 2-10, 2010. A team of 10 will partner with Beyond Borders for a “Transformational Travel” trip. Applications online (www.eastern.edu/campus/christian_life/missions.html) and are due Wed. April 8, 2009.
Jubilee, Feb. 19-21, 2010. Student conference in Pittsburgh by Coalition for Christian Outreach (www.jubileeconference.com). Ten $50 student vouchers available.
Dominican Republic, Feb. 27 - Mar. 7, 2010. Our team will continue Eastern’s work in El Fondo with Food for the Hungry. Applications available in September.
Habitat for Humanity, Feb. 27 - Mar. 7, 2010. 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).
Missions trip applications are online at:
www.eastern.edu/campus/christian_life/missions.html
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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