Last Updated on Thursday, June 4, 2009
Eastern News
Dear Eastern community,
Some of you are undoubtedly aware that our University was offered the opportunity to co-sponsor the Creation festivals this summer. Palmer Seminary alumnus Harry Thomas founded the Creation festivals, which have become the largest gathering of Christian young people in the States playing to 100,000 attendees in central Pennsylvania this month and 35,000 in central Washington State in July. For more on our Creation co-sponsorship, please visit the News section of our website: http://www.eastern.edu/news/releases/2008/creation09.html.
The opportunity to tell the Eastern story to the expansive Creation mailing list and “live” to 135,000 enthusiastic Christian young people is a precious gift for such a time as this, and I trust we will prove ourselves worthy stewards of the moment. One way we’ll communicate Eastern’s distinctive qualities is through a three-minute video that will run continuously at the Eastern booth. I encourage you to preview it at our new EU Media site: http://media.eastern.edu/v/1244056522/. And I encourage you to share the video link with colleagues, friends, family, churches, prospective students and donors.
Producing this video was not unlike what goes on day in and day out at this very special place, where talented people invest countless hours in pursuit of a distinctive vision. I thank all who contributed to this telling of the story, especially those whose daily performance makes the Eastern vision a reality.
With appreciation,
M. Thomas Ridington, Senior Vice President
PIANO SALE JUNE 12-14
Eastern is again offering for sale the pianos and digital pianos our students have used on loan for the past year. All major brands with financing, delivery and warranty through Bucks Co. Piano. Come see these great pianos on our special "pre-sale" days, June 12-13, for best selection and price reductions. To make an appointment, call 215.946.6043. The general public sale is Sunday, June 14, from noon to 5p.m. at Workman Hall, St. Davids.
FINANCIAL LITERACY SPEAKER JUNE 24
Come hear Author G. Edward Griffin talk about our money and world finance on Wed., June 24, starting at 6:30p.m. in McInnis Auditorium, St. Davids. Tickets are $20 and include a copy of Griffin's book, "The Creature from Jekyll Island." This program is sponsored by WPHT Radio, The Big Talker 1210. The speaker will be presented by Steve Cordasco and there will be a Q&A session after his talk. For tickets, call 1.866.468.7619 or go to www.thebigtalker1210.com
SUPPORT OUR OWN PRODUCER AND STARS IN PIRATES OF PENZANCE
Meggin Capers, Eastern's director of conferences and special events, is producing Gilbert and Sullivan's favorite "The Pirates of Penzance" at the Academy of Music May 29–30, at 8p.m., and at Longwood Gardens June 12–13, at 8:30 p.m. It's starring Suzi Scarborough (from the Dean's Office) and Ted Behr (former adjunct professor at Eastern). For tickets call 215.735.7161 or visit www.savoy.org. Click here to view flier.
CHANCELLOR’S SUGGESTION BOX
Do you have an idea or suggestion for Eastern University that you would like to send out Dr. Chris Hall, our University Chancellor? Please send your thoughts to his office via: plewelle@eastern.edu.
BE AN ENDURE MENTOR NEXT FALL
The ENDURE mentoring program invites EU administrators and professors to consider becoming a mentor to a student who will greatly benefit from your time and attention. If you are interested, please contact ENDURE at endure@eastern.edu and they will send you a form. For all other questions, call 610.431.4374.
EASTERN CUP GOLF JUNE 8
The Fox Chase Bank Eastern Cup Presented by The Olson Research Group will be held at Waynesborough Country Club and Stonewall Golf Club on Monday, June 8, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Join us for great golf, dinner and an online auction. For full details, visit: http://www.easterncupgolf.com/
EASTERN CO-SPONSORS CREATION FESTIVAL
Eastern is co-sponsoring the Creation ‘09 Festival to be held June 24-27 at Agape Farm in Mt. Union, PA. Eu grad Shane Claiborne is featured in the video that will be shown there on the big screen Jumbotron. Eastern will have a booth and invites everyone to stop by! This is the nation’s largest Christian music festival. Learn more at www.creationfest.com.
Student News
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.
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HOUSE SITTER AVAILABLE
Do you need a reliable, mature person to stay in your home while you are away this summer? Please contact Linda Olson (lolson@eastern.edu or 610.341.5930) for the names of several experienced house sitters (all over the age of 22).
BALLET TEACHER FOR FALL
Are you a Christian dancer with a heart to teach? The Good Samaritan Dance Academy in Paoli has an opening for a teacher for the Pre-Teen ballet class for the 2009 fall semester. Ideal candidates will be technically proficient in classical ballet and possess an enthusiasm for teaching young girls how to integrate movement and worship in praise of our Creator. Knowledge of other dance styles and previous teaching experience are pluses. The class meets Tuesdays, 4:45-6p.m., Sept. 15 to Dec. 1. Modest compensation is offered. Contact Gwen Prestwood (610.644.4040 ext. 773 or goodsamdance@gmail.com).
FUTURE SPIELBERGS WANTED
Are you interested in camera work, video editing, story boarding and directing? Are you naturally outgoing, engaging and creative? The Eastern University Communications Office is looking for student candidates to help film and edit Eastern-related footage. Experience with video hardware and software is a must. Please contact Quincy Adam, Director of Multimedia Services (qadam@eastern.edu or X5940).
VOLUNTEERS FOR FAIR TRADE ORG.
Ten Thousand Villages, a Fair Trade retail organization based in Akron, PA, has opportunities for short-term volunteers. We are looking for a few flexible, energetic, full-time volunteers to help set up, staff and tear down the semi-annual Warehouse Sale at our largest store in Ephrata, July 11-20, 2009. We also have opportunities for volunteers to join the E-commerce fulfillment team at our warehouse for 3-6 weeks from mid-November to late December to pick, inspect, gift-wrap and pack e-commerce orders at the Ten Thousand Villages warehouse in Brownstown, PA during the 2009 holiday season. Housing is available to volunteers who come from outside the local area. Be part of our Fair Trade mission! Contact Kim van Donk (kim.vandonk@tenthousandvillages.com or phone 717.859.8117).
FT MUSIC MINISTER
St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Red Hill, PA, seeks a dynamic spirit-filled musician with skills in choral directing and keyboard. Responsibilities include providing musical leadership within the worship life of the congregation and teaching music to the children of its weekday child care program. This individual should have knowledge in working with children and adults, choral conducting, piano, electric keyboard and organ (desirable or willing to learn). Appreciation for both contemporary and traditional worship. The full-time position is salaried with benefits. Contact Pastor Vanderslice at stpaulpastorvanderslice@comcast.net or 215.679.5553. Visit www.geocities.com/stpaulredhill.
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.
NOTE: See the complete list of jobs available on the left column under “Student Jobs” or click here!
Other Events
CHRISTIAN CONCERTS IN NJ
Former student Nicole Zolnoski invites us to the following Christian conceerts at The Broadway Theatre of Pitman, NJ: Negative Split and Reilly, May 17 at 4p.m.; Common Destiny and Men in Black, June 30 at 8p.m.; and Faith Factor, Rivera/Bomma and Pastor Brad, Sept. 20 at 7:30p.m. Tickets for each concert are $15. Visit: www.thebroadwaytheatre.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.
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 2009
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
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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