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COMMENCEMENT MAY 10
The College of Arts and Sciences ceremony will take place at 10 a.m. on the Auxiliary Field. The ceremony for all students in the Campolo College of Graduate and Professional Studies will begin there at 2:30 p.m. Commencement will be held on the campus at 1300 Eagle Road in St. Davids, PA. The commencement speaker is Dr. Randall Balmer, distinguished historian and professor of American religious history at Barnard College of Columbia University. The ceremony will be held outside, rain or shine. In the event of lightning or severe weather, the ceremony will be held in the Gym. Visitors may park in the main campus lots or residence hall lots along Eagle Road; security staff will be directing motorists to available parking. For general questions, contact the Special Events Office at 1.888.889.7229. In case of severely inclement weather, call 610.341.5800 for information or visit www.eastern.edu.
PALMER COMMENCEMENT MAY 17
Palmer Theological Seminary will hold its commencement on May 17 at 11 a.m. at Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church, located on West Cheltenham Ave. in Philadelphia. The speaker is David R. Coffey, President of the Baptist World Alliance. If you would like to attend, please order tickets by calling 484.384.2980 no later than May 5.
CEREMONY HONORING TONY CAMPOLO MAY 29
Eastern University cordially invites you to a ceremony honoring Rev. Dr. Anthony Campolo, Jr.'56 and the unveiling of a portrait sculpture of Dr. Campolo by donor, alumnus and artist John A. Lanzalotti, M.D.'68. Join us on Thursday, May 29, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. in the Eagle Learning Center, St. Davids, PA. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP to the President's Office by May 16 (610.341.5891).
NURSING INFO SESSIONS SCHEDULE
Are you interested in nursing? Do you have a Baccalaureate degree but want a career change? Please join us for an Information Session to learn more about Eastern University’s BSN-Two2 Second Degree Nursing Program:
Wednesday, May 14 from 6-7:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 5 from 6-7:30 p.m.
Monday, July 7 from 6-7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, August 5 from 6-7:30 p.m.
Held at the Nursing Clinical Resource Laboratory, Eagle Learning Center-Room 105 Eastern University Campus-St. Davids. Classes begin May 2009. RSVP to Dave Geiger (484.581.1270 or 1.800.732.7669 ext. 1270 or dgeiger@eastern.edu).
INTERESTED IN SWIM CLUB OR SUMMER CAMP?
Summer is just around the corner. If you are interested in joining the Swim Club or finding out more about the summer camp opportunities here at Eastern University, please drop Benjamin Davis an e-mail at bdavis@eastern.edu.
FOX CHASE EASTERN CUP JUNE 9
The Fox Chase Bank Eastern Cup Presented by The Olson Research Group is scheduled for June 9, 2008. Registration begins at 9AM, followed by Golf Health and Fitness Evaluation. A Clinic with PGA Pro Scott Simpson begins at 10AM. Golf Shotgun Start is 11AM. Lunch on Patio at 11:15AM. Silent Auction and Reception at 4:30PM. Gala Auction Dinner at 6PM. Don’t miss this popular golf outing. For complete details and registration information, visit www.easterncupgolf.com
LIBRARY HOURS DURING FINALS
Warner Library on the St. Davids campus will remain open late every evening for you to prepare for finals, finish that research paper, etc. Hours are:
Thurs, May 8 - 8AM –11PM
Fri, May 9 - 8AM-5PM
Good luck with finals!
Student News
NEW FACEBOOK GROUP
Career Services has recently migrated the old facebook group which was identified for seniors and juniors to this new group "Eastern University Office for Careers and Calling." Much of the information we will be making available in the group is relevant for sophomores and juniors seeking internships as well as job seekers. Although designed primarily for College of Arts and Sciences students, any member of the Eastern community interested in another way to stay informed about events related to Careers and Calling are welcome to join. We are also happy to publicize departmental events related to careers and/or calling which are open to all CAS students. Send the information to careers@eastern.edu with "for the facebook group" in the subject line. We do reserve the right to edit as well as to decide whether or not to include the event on the group page. Questions? Contact Tess Bradley at tbradley@eastern.edu.
CONGRATULATIONS LIBRARY CONTEST WINNERS
The Friends of the Library Book Collecting Contest winners are:
First place - Nicholas O'Ryon
Tied for Second - Benjamin Hennesy and Chelsea Holden
The Jonathan G. Orr Essay Contest winners are:
First Place - Nicholas O'Ryon
Second - Katrina Brink
Third - Melody Lyman
HEALTH CENTER OPEN UNTIL MAY 30
The Center will remain open through May 30. For a listing of local providers, Health Forms, and instructions on how to reach United Health Care if you have student health insurance or wish to review this plan, please go to: http://www.eastern.edu/centers/health_center/index.shtml
FALL 2008 ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR GRAD STUDENTS
E-Net Student Services now includes Summer and Fall 2008 course offerings. Online registration for graduate students is open.
BAPTIST YOUTH WORLD CONF. JULY 30-AUG. 3
The Baptist World Alliance holds an international gathering of youth from Baptist churches around the world. For details visit: http://www.dive-deeper.org/
Help Wanted
SUMMER AND FALL INTERNS AT WOMEN'S RESOURCE CENTER
The Women's Resource Center in Wayne, PA, is looking for an intern to help with marketing and public relations this summer and in the fall of 2008. Flexible hours; must be able to work a minimum of four hours a week. This position qualifies for Federal Work Study. Call Sue Deutsch at 610.687.6391.
WANT AN ON-CAMPUS SUMMER JOB?
Summer Student Employment information is now available online at www.eastern.edu/centers/finaid/student_employment
_position_list.shtml#summer.
Any questions can be directed to Andrea Ruth, Student Employment Coordinator aruth@eastern.edu.
SUMMER HELP WANTED
Warner Memorial Library is looking for detail-oriented Federal Work Study students to work in the library during the summer of 2008. Minimum of 35 hours and maximum of 40 hours per week. Some weekends and evenings required. Students will have free room and board. Please contact John Mokonyama at jmokonya@eastern.edu or 610.225.5041.
MUSICIANS WANTED
The Delaware County Symphony welcomes musicians to audition for its 2008-2009 season. The symphony presents four chamber concerts and four symphony concerts each season. Rehearsals are Monday evenings and performances are Sunday afternoons, both at the Meagher Theatre, Neumann College, Aston, PA (www.neumann.edu). Also visit www.dcsmusic.org. The Delaware County Symphony will perform at the Kimmel Center November 2008. Questions? Anne Segermark (610.688.2263 or segflute@aol.com).
PART-TIME ASSISTANT TEACHERS
KenCrest Rosemont Child Development Center is looking for PT Afternoon Assistant Teachers. We offer flexible schedules and a good working environment. To be considered for this position you need:
- 15 college credits in Education, Human Services, or related field plus 1 year experience working with children, OR
- 30 college credits in Education, Human Services, or related field,OR
- 2 years experience working with children
E-mail your resume to rosemont@kencrest.org or fax it to 610-525-1607. Call 610.525.4771 with questions.
CHECK OUT CAREER SERVICES
Full and part-time Job Opportunities and Internship listings are available online at the Career Services site as well as in hard copy in the Walton Hall mail room. Click here: http://eastern.edu/campus/career/cs.shtml
OTHER EVENTS
Mission Schedule
MISSIONS TRIPS FOR 2008-2009
Philippines, May 11-27, 2008: Our arts-focused team will minister for two weeks among the very poor in urban and rural areas, working with a church that Prof. Bush pioneered 20 years ago.
Bolivia, May 12-27, 2008: Our team of 11 will return to Cochabamba to work with MAP, a comprehensive health agency.
Missions Forum, Oct. 22-24, 2008: Missions organizations and activities on campus, sponsored by Student Missions Fellowship (SMF).
New Orleans, Jan. 2-11, 2009: A team will do Hurricane Katrina relief and construction along the gulf coast with a local church and Habitat. Applications now available and are due Apr. 9.
Haiti, Jan. 3-11, 2009: A team of 9 will partner with Beyond Borders for a Transformational Travel trip. Applications now available and are due Apr. 9.
Contact Andy Horvath (X1830 or ahorvath@eastern.edu).
Mission trip applications are online at:
www.eastern.edu/campus/campusmin/missions.shtml
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