Last Updated on Thursday, April 16, 2009
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SPIRIT DANCING APRIL 17-19
EU Dance presents Spirit Dancing featuring choreography by Dr. Joselli Deans and an original musical composition by David Bryant. April 17-18 at 8 p.m. and April 19 at 3 p.m. Held in McInnis Auditorium, St. Davids. Tickets are $5 with EU ID; $8 seniors and children under age 12; and $10 general admission. For reservations and information, call 610.225.5545.
MUSIC FESTIVAL APRIL 18
Come to Beyond Existence, a half-day music festival sponsored by the Student Activities Board of the College of Arts and Sciences, on the Eastern University St. Davids Campus this Saturday, April 18, from 1-6p.m. at the bottom of Doane Hill. Bands include The Wrecking; Ten Shekel Shirt; Adriana's Fall; Constant Recourse; Goodnight, States; and Alice Rouse. Al Tizon, Professor at Palmer Seminary will speak. Clubs and organizations on campus will have tables to sell goods and food (much like Homecoming). The event is free and open to the public. Questions? Contact Paul Daigle, Coordinator of Student Activities (pdaigle@eastern.edu or 610.225.5575).
IMMIGRATION DEBATE APRIL 20
Come to "Making Immigration Work in America: A Debate” in Eagle Hall Great Room, St. Davids, 7-9p.m. on April 20. Daniel Stein, President of the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) and Judi Bernstein-Baker, an attorney at Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society (HIAS), will debate opposing sides of this critical issue. Sponsored by the Templeton Honors College of Eastern University. For more information, call 610.225.5022.
NOMINATE BARNABAS SERVANT LEADERS BY APRIL 20
The Barnabas Servant Leadership Award, sponsored by the Barney II Foundation of River Forest, IL, is awarded annually to the junior or juniors who have demonstrated outstanding servant leadership on campus or in the community. Each recipient 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 Adam Beach, Sasha Montes, Dante Johnson and Heather Loring. To nominate a junior 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, to tbradley@eastern.edu. Please submit nominations by April 20.
GIGANTIC USED BOOK SALE APRIL 21
Tuesday, April 21, from 10a.m. to 7p.m. in McInnis Lobby, St. Davids. Several thousand children's books in all categories. All in good to NEARLY NEW condition (no yard sale rejects). Generally 65-75% off list price, with greater discounts for larger quantities. Also theology, devotional and classics. NOTE: Help Wanted for set up (Mon. evening) and breakdown (Tues. evening). Will trade free books for your help. Call Jim Correnti at 215.438.5555.
BIBLIOFILE LIBRARY NEWS
Hot off the press! Check out Warner Library's Spring issue of Bibliofile. Read all about the exciting programs and resources we have happening this spring. Click here to read it.
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.
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
WARNER LIBRARY OPEN LATE FOR FINALS
Wed-Thurs, April 22-23: 8AM –Midnight
Fri, April 24: 8AM-9PM
Sat, April 25: 9AM-9PM
Sun, April 26: 2PM-Midnight
Mon-Thurs, April 27-30: 8AM-Midnight
Fri, May 1: 8AM-9PM
Sat, May 2: 9AM-9PM
Sun, May 3: 2PM-Midnight
Mon-May 4: 8AM-Midnight
Tues –May 5: 8AM-9PM
ESSAY CONTEST ON AMERICAN FOREIGN POLICY
Deadline is June 9, 2009. The contest is open to any American citizen who is enrolled during the Spring Semester of 2009 either as an undergraduate or graduate degree student majoring in a field related to international affairs. Participants must submit an essay of no more than 1,500 words on any one of five topics. First Prize is $8,000 and Second Prize is $5,000. Read full details at:
www.academyofdiplomacy.org/programs/marks.html
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.
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 OPEN
Summer and Fall 2009 registration for graduate students is now open in E-Net Student Services. 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 OPEN
Fall 2009 registration for College of Arts and Sciences students is open in E-Net Student Services. 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.
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.
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.
Help Wanted
EQUIP SEEKS MALE PEER COUNSELORS
EQUIP 2009 Summer Program is accepting applications for Male Peer Counselors. Qualified sophomores and juniors are encouraged to apply. EQUIP is a residential college skills program designed to prepare entering students for success at Eastern. Dates of employment: July 6 through July 31 (plus team-building meeting on April 28, 9AM to noon). Qualifications: Current sophomores or juniors planning to be enrolled Fall 2009. GPA 2.5 or higher. Good people skills and a desire to mentor others. Contact the Cushing Center for Counseling and Academic Support (CCAS) in 210 Walton, St. Davids. 610.341.5837 or ccas@eastern.edu
VAN DRIVER FOR NURSING
The Department of Nursing needs a van driver part-time to help Korean students participate in clinical observation April 30 through August 6. Driver must have Eastern University van license, be responsible, courteous, and cooperative. Contact Gilda Jean-Louis at rntobsn@eastern.edu or call 610.341.5896.
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.
ADMINISTRATIVE LAW FIRM SUMMER HELP
Bennett and Associates, a family law firm in Wayne, is looking for part-time or full-time summer help. A minimum of 10 hours are needed weekly at $10/hour. Additional flexible hours will be needed for larger filing projects. This is a great chance for anyone interested in law or business to get an idea of how a law office works. Contact Leah Graeff at 717. 979.8856 or Lgraeff@eastern.edu.
SUMMER SITTER IN WAYNE
Child care needed for my three children, ages 13, 12 and 10. Monday through Friday, 10a.m. to 6p.m. from June 22 through July 24. We live in Wayne, and I am looking for someone who has a car, likes being active and being outdoors. We belong to a nearby swim and tennis club, and you can spend sunny days there hanging out at the pool with the kids. Competitive rates. Contact Libby at 610.964.9033 or l.bernick@verizon.net.
MOMMY’S HELPER IN WAYNE
A full-time working mom (teacher) is looking for a loving helper for her three children for the 2009-2010 school year (Sept.–June). Children include a 4-year-old daughter, a 2-year-old son, and an infant son. The position involves a morning shift assisting the kids with clothes, breakfast, and dropping off at their preschool in Devon, and an afternoon shift to include pick up at the preschool and some light housekeeping duties. Hours are ideally 7– 9a.m. and 4– 6p.m. four days a week: Mon.–Thurs. Holidays and vacations will reflect the Tredyffrin-Easttown School District calendar. Any formal training in infant child care would be valued. Drivers license a must. Vehicle access helpful. Competitive hourly rate. Contact Lisa 610.254.9444 or lukens02@hotmail.com.
DEVON BABYSITTER
Devon family seeks babysitter for two girls, ages 3 and 4-1/2, for two days/week (8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.) for most of the summer. Days are flexible. Also seeking a sitter for occasional babysitting during the academic year. Must have experience and valid driver's license. Contact Julie 484.582.0657.
NOTE: See the complete list of jobs available on the left column under “Student Jobs” or click here!
Other Events
PRO-ACT MEETING APRIL 27
The Delaware County PA Recovery Organization Achieving Community Together (PRO-ACT), which advocates for the recovery community, will meet at Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems on Monday, April 27, at 7 p.m. Holcomb is at 126 E. Baltimore Ave. in Media, PA. Phone 484.444.0412. E-mail: press@holcombprevention.org or visit www.holcombprevention.org.
MARPLE PUBLIC LIBRARY SALE MAY 1-3
Marple Public Library is accepting donations for our annual sale of gently used DVD's, CD's, Audio CD's, Books on Tape and VHS tapes. Our donated inventory includes children's, travel, drama, family, action, comedy, horror, science fiction, foreign films and collections of TV shows, poets, history and the classics. Our sale is Friday, May 1, from 9:30a.m. to 5p.m., and Saturday, May 2, from 9:30a.m. to 3p.m. Half-price clearance sale on Sunday, May 3, from 1-4p.m. Location is Sproul and Springfield Roads, Broomall. All proceeds benefit the Marple Public Library. For information call 610.623.3607.
PECO MULTICULTURAL FESTIVALS BEGIN MAY 17
Another full season of free programs continues on the Great Plaza, the heart of Penn's Landing, Phila. The annual PECO Multicultural Series will begin on Sunday, May 17, with the Israel Independence Day Festival and continue throughout the season, ending on September 20 with the Russian Mosaic Festival. Admission is free. For more information and event details, call 215.922.2FUN or visit www.delawareriverevents.com.
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. 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. Visit www.cosnet.org or call 610.688.6338.
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
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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