Last Updated on Thursday, April 2, 2009
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SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD APRIL 2-5
Eastern University Theatre invites us to come out and enjoy our spring musical, Songs for a New World, by acclaimed Broadway composer Jason Robert Brown (Parade, Last 5 Years, 13). How do you move on when life shifts all around you and you find yourself in a totally new world? Performances are April 2-4 at 8p.m. and April 5 at 3p.m. in McInnis Auditorium, St. Davids. This is a wonderful, entertaining song and dance show, yet it is poignant and engaging. The music is smart and well written. The cast is focused and strong. The choreography, by Josh Landis'06 is stunning. Just $5 admission for anyone with an EU E-card. Others pay $8 for students and seniors, and $10 for adults. Tickets are available at the Box Office or by calling 610.225.5545.
EXPLORE EASTERN DAY APRIL 6
The last Explore Eastern Day is Monday, April 6, from 8a.m. to 3p.m. on the St. Davids campus. Please welcome prospective students and their families. For information, contact Mike Dziedziak at 610.341.1376 or 800.452.0996 or mdziedzi@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.
DEADLINE FAST APPROACHING FOR LIBRARY CONTESTS
The Deadline is Friday, April 3, for both the Book Collecting Contest and the Jonathan Orr Essay Contest. E-mail Essay entries to jsauer@reastern.edu. Book collections and one-page descriptions must be dropped off by 5p.m. Friday, April 3.Questions? Contact Jim Sauer (jsauer@eastern.edu or X5957). Don’t miss your opportunity to win big money. First prize for the Essay contest is $500. First prize for the Book Collecting contest is $350.
LIBRARY EASTER HOURS
Warner Memorial Library at St. Davids will operate as follows: Thursday, 8a.m.-5p.m.; Closed Good Friday, Saturday, Easter Sunday. Easter Monday, 8a.m.-11p.m.
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.
JEFF WOODCOCK SPEAKS MAY 14
Eastern's Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership and PAIDEIA, Inc. are co-hosting guest lecturer Jeff Woodcock, headmaster of Oaks Christian School in CA, on Thursday, May 14, at 7p.m. His talk, "Merit Pay and Bonus Pay as Part of School Management," will be held in the Warner Library Atrium at Eastern University, St. Davids. Jeff Woodcock has over 30 years of experience in Christian education and has served on the ACSI Accreditation Commission. Admission is free but reservations are required. Register by contacting Hallie Jensen (hjensen@eastern.edu).
NONPROFIT LECTURE MAY 28
Eastern University presents its annual Nonprofit Lecture with the Rev. Dr. Anthony (Tony) Campolo on Thursday, May 28, from 6-9 p.m. in the Warner Library Atrium on the campus in St. Davids. The topic, “Recession-proofing Your Nonprofit,” could not be more timely in these turbulent economic times. This lecture is free and open to the public, but seating is limited, so registration is recommended. Register online at www.eastern.edu/npls or e-mail sld@eastern.edu with the subject line of “NPLS- RSVP.” Eastern’s Master of Science in Nonprofit Management Program combines methodology relevant to nonprofit organizations with underlying theory. It focuses on social justice, personal integrity and ethical decision making in all of its forms. For more information on the Nonprofit Management Program, visit www.eastern.edu/sld. To speak with a coordinator about the degree program, please e-mail Ali Young (ayoung4@eastern.edu) or call 610.225.5072 or 1.800.732.7669 extension 5072.
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
ENDURE TOP CHEF FINALE APRIL 17
Don't miss ENDURE's last event of the academic year, The Top Chef Finale, on Friday, April 17 from 7-10p.m. in the Dining Commons, St. Davids. We will be hosting a competition to see who the Top Chef is, complete with taste-testing, judges, and a prize. Also a special tribute to the graduating seniors and a $1 raffle. If you want to participate as a Chef, e-mail ENDURE by Friday, April 3, to: endure@eastern.edu
SPANISH TUTORING EVERY THURSDAY
Come learn or improve your Spanish with tutoring every Thursday in Walton 103, St. Davids, from 8-10p.m. Contact Matthew Falcone (mfalcone@eastern.edu) with questions.
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.
JOIN STUDENT ACTIVITIES BOARD
Eastern University Student Activities Board is looking for Members for 2009-2010 School Year! The Student Activities Board is composed of volunteers who help plan, promote and run the films, dances, concerts, coffeehouses and more for Eastern's student body. Applications and information can be obtained from Paul Daigle (Student Development Offices on the 3rd Floor of Walton). Due date for applications is Tuesday, April 14. Questions? E-mail pdaigle@eastern.edu
PRAISE AND WORSHIP APRIL 4
Come Saturday, April 4, to Walton Patio, St. Davids, from 12:00-3:30p.m. for worship, Bible Study and Fellowship. Worship is being led by P.A.W.S. (Praise and Worship Sessions) and IMMERSE, two groups that meet regularly on campus. P.A.W.S. meets every Monday in Gough Great Room from 9-10p.m. or so. IMMERSE meets every Thursday from 7-8p.m. or so.
DANCE AUDITIONS APRIL 18
Eastern University’s Major and Minor Dance Program holds auditions on Saturday, April 18, from 2:00-4:00p.m. in the Dance Studio in the Gym. A full class audition and interview for those auditioning for the dance major. Dance minors also take this class for leveling purposes. The class will include a ballet, modern dance center and at least one major jazz combination. Please bring appropriate dance shoes and be able to dance barefoot for modern. Please wear dance clothing so your body can be seen. Applications can be found on the bulletin board in the dance studio or on the Eastern Dance Web Page. For more information, contact Dr. Clemente at X1719.
EASTERN DANCE MINISTRY AUDITIONS APRIL 3
Auditions will be held Friday, April 3, from 10-11a.m. Dance Studio in the Gym. Applications can be picked up from the boards in and outside the dance studio and brought to the audition. Please wear appropriate dance clothing and be able to dance barefoot. For more information, contact Joselli Deans at X1384.
APT. 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.
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.
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.
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!”
YOUTH ACTIVITY COORDINATOR FOR PAOLI CHURCH
Wanted for a Sunday only program. Salary is fair. Paoli United Methodist is located on the corner of 81 Devon and South Valley Roads in Paoli, close to train station and a 15-minute drive from EU. Hours are Sanctuary worship at 10:30a.m. and Youth Group time 11:30-1:30p.m. Seeking someone to create, organize and conduct the youth events with at least two parents as helpers for all events. Looking for some Bible study, fun activities and a high level of organizational skills. Active group of 10-25 youth from the ages of 11-17. Paoli is searching for an individual with a heart for Christ and a passion for ministry to youth. Please contact Doris Grazulis, Athletics Dept. phone 610.341.1736 on EU Campus or phone the church at 610.644.5300 and ask for Pastor Charlie.
WEEKEND BABYSITTER IN MALVERN
Every-other-weekend babysitter needed for 2009/10 school year, start late August. Hours will vary depending on children's schedules. About 8 hours each day/evening. Family in Malvern close to Episcopal Academy and Waynesboro Country Club. Four children ages 2,3,8 and 10. Need a driver's license, transportation and clean driving record. Can use our car. References required. We are a nice, active family looking for an extra hand with all these great kids. Contact Heather (Heather@heathernaylor.com or 610.937.0201).
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.
FWS STUDENT WORKERS FOR SUMMER
Plant Operations is looking for energetic, enthusiastic, hardworking and reliable FWS Students to work with the Grounds Department this summer. If you love the outdoors and want to help keep our campus beautiful, please call X5917 or e-mail hnorcini@eastern.edu for more information.
NOTE: See the complete list of jobs available on the left column under “Student Jobs” or click here!
Other Events
CHURCH OF THE SAVIOUR ARTS FESTIVAL APRIL 17-19
Church of the Saviour in Wayne hosts its Fourth Annual Arts Festival and Reception. On Friday, April 17, from 7-9:30p.m., over 150 pieces of artwork by adults and youth will be showcased in the Welcome Center. During this opening reception, the public is invited to enjoy culinary treats, listen to live instrumental music, and stroll through the art gallery. On Saturday, April 18, the show’s hours are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and on Sunday, April 19, they are from noon to 6:00 p.m. Admission is free. This year’s art festival will celebrate combining Christian spirituality with the artistic talents of visual and culinary artists and musicians. Church of the Saviour is located at 651 North Wayne Avenue in Wayne, PA. For more information or directions, visit www.cosnet.org or call 610.688.6338.
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.
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.
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
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Mission Schedule
MISSIONS TRIPS FOR 2009
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).
Mission trip applications are online at:
www.eastern.edu/campus/christian_life/missions.html
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