Jan 16, 2009
In this issue, you'll read:
Did You Know?
Looking for a Part-Time Job? What about the Office of Greek Affairs?
Information for Scholarship Chairs
Preparing a spring philanthropy with food?
Destination Iowa State Team Leader Applications
Students Support Chicago 2016 Campaign--Bring the Olympics to the US!
Upcoming All-University Events
Spring Semester Calendar
Did You Know? Also in 2008, our Greek students compiled 32,286 services hours, a 26% increase over 2007. Responsibilities: Answer phone, sort mail, direct office traffic, light office upkeep, update Greek membership database, and other administrative projects as assigned. Requirements: Verbal and written communication; customer service and dependability; computer skills including word, excel, and database entry; program of study in journalism, communication, and/or graphic design preferred. Interested students must be work study eligible. Resume along with three references due to Jenn at jpgalvin@iastate.edu by noon on January 20. For more information: Upcoming Sessions: Writing 'Peer Educator' into your Resume (Academic Success Peer Educator Workshop) The "One-on-One" Academic Conversation (Academic Success Peer Educator Workshop) Upon completion, each attendee receives a "SafeFood 101" card. Workers should have their cards available to present at all ISU food service events. Food service training is required for potentially hazardous foods that, if prepared or handled improperly, can cause food borne illness (hot or cold food items such as grilled meat, pizza, potato salad, fruit, etc). Training is not required for prepackaged items (wrapped candy, soda, chips, etc.). Spring "SafeFood 101" training dates, all begin @ 6:30 pm: Reservations are required. More information can be found online at www.riskmanagement.iastate.edu/students/food or by contacting Susie Hamilton at (515) 294-8612. The Office of New Student Programs is looking for energetic student leaders who would like to share their excitement for Iowa State with new students. Team Leaders are responsible for leading a group of new students during Destination Iowa State, August 20–22, 2009, helping them adjust to campus, and serving as a mentor. A $200 stipend will be paid to Team Leaders for their hard work! For more information and to apply, visit http://www.admissions.iastate.edu/leaders. Contact Kyle with any questions: holtman@iastate.edu or (515) 294-6660. Please contact students@chicago2016.org for more information or to register to be a volunteer, go to: https://web.volunteer2.com/Public/Signup/Register.aspx?VolunteerCenterGUID=&VolunteerCenterReferralTypeID=&OrganizationGUID=57eb7223-e424-432c-b5b2-852e3052fef7&JobGUID=&ReportGroupGUID=&NewSignup=True Watch the Broadcast! Inauguration Swearing-In Ceremony MLK Celebration Iowa State Leadership Experience (ISLE): "Reaching New Heights: A Summit for Leaders" Manning Marable, MLK keynote speaker Time Management (Academic Success Center Workshop Series) Panel discussion: A Campus Conversation on Diversity Study Abroad Fair Monday - Thursday, March 2 - 5 -- Greek Calling Project - Week 3 Office of Greek Affairs
In 2008, the Greek Community collectively raised $105,330 for various philanthropies, a 19% increase over 2007.
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Looking for a Part-Time Job? What about the Office of Greek Affairs?
Interested in earning money while working in the Office of Greek Affairs? Apply to be a Greek Affairs Student Office Assistant!
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Information for Scholarship Chairs
The Academic Success Center will be offering a series of Peer Educator Workshops this semester geared toward any student leader with a specific position on campus that includes responsibilities to serve peer students in an academic capacity.
http://www.dso.iastate.edu/asc/peered/
Learning Styles (Academic Success Peer Educator Workshop)
Wednesday, January 21, 4:10 pm to 5:10 pm -- 1158 Hixson-Lied
Based on Kolb's "Cycle of Learning," this approach is useful for exploring your contributions to group work and understanding others" contributions to groups. Taken as a group, this is also very useful to understand where your group succeeds and where it struggles.
Monday, January 26, 5:10 pm to 6:10 pm -- 1158 Hixson-Lied
How to effectively write your leadership position into your resume, as well as other general resume writing tips. JUST IN TIME FOR THE CAREER FAIRS!!!
Wednesday, January 29, 6:10 pm to 7:10 pm -- 1158 Hixson-Lied
Strategies for Peer Educators who have one-on-one conversations about academic progress. Also an overview of campus resources and successful referrals for additional support.
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Preparing a spring philanthropy with food?
Anyone planning to prepare or serve food for an Iowa State student organization event needs to attend a 60-minute "SafeFood 101" training session. Participants learn how to safely prepare and serve food at temporary food establishments (BBQs, bake sales, fundraisers, etc.) and how to comply with Iowa Food Code even as a student organization with limited resources.
Monday, February 2
Thursday, February 26
Tuesday, March 10
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Destination Iowa State Team Leader Applications
Guide the Adventure – Be a Destination Iowa State Team Leader!
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Students Support Chicago 2016 Campaign--Bring the Olympics to the US!
Join student leaders on college and university campuses across the nation in the Students Support Chicago 2016 Campaign. As a Students Support Chicago 2016 Leader, you will serve as an ambassador for the bid on your campus - engaging the support of your college or university to help bring the Olympic Games to the United States.
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Upcoming All-University Events
College of Business Blood Drive
Tuesday, January 20, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm -- South Ballroom, MU
The College of Business's Gerdin Citizenship Program, in partnership with the Blood Center of Iowa, is sponsoring a blood drive. To schedule an appointment, contact Jeremy Weiss, jweiss@iastate.edu. Walkins also are welcome.
Tuesday, January 20, 10:00 am -- M-Shop
Enjoy coffee and snacks while watching on the big screen of the Maintenance Shop as President-elect Barack Obama and the Vice President-elect Joseph Biden have the oath of office administered by Chief Justice John Roberts and Associate Justice John Paul Stevens. The program on the steps of the United States Capitol will include musical selections by John Williams, Aretha Franklin, Itzhak Perlman and Yo-Yo Ma.
Thursday, January 22, 4:00 pm -- Great Hall, MU
Musical performances and speakers celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King. The Advancing One Community Awards will be presented. Birthday cake graciously donated by ISU Dining Services.
Thursday, January 22, 5:00- 9:00 pm -- Sun Room, MU
The Iowa State Leadership Experience is a new leadership program sponsored by the Student Activities Center, Office of Greek Affairs and Department of Residence. It is intended to help new and existing leaders on campus improve their leadership skills, learn about leadership opportunities at Iowa State, and network with other leaders from across campus. To register and for more information: http://www.sac.iastate.edu/ISLE/
Tuesday, January 27, 8:00 pm -- Sun Room, MU
Manning Marable, Columbia University, New York, was the founding director of the Center for Contemporary Black History and the Institute for Research in African-American Studies, which has become one of the nation's most prestigious centers of scholarship on the black American experience.
Wednesday, January 28, 10:00 am to 11:00 am -- Hixson-Lied Room 20
Students will learn tips and resources to help with scheduling and improving their time management skills.
Thursday, January 29, 12:00 pm -- Pioneer Room, Memorial Union
Join students, faculty, and staff in a conversation about diversity on Iowa State's campus. Panelists will discuss their experiences in the classroom, workplace, and in community life. The panel will be moderated by Barbara Woods, an extension specialist in family and consumer sciences. Part of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration.
Thursday, January 29, 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm -- Campanile Room, Memorial Union
Visit http://www.studyabroad.iastate.edu/ for more information.
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Spring Semester Calendar
January
Monday, January 19 -- University Holiday - Offices Closed
Wednesday, January 21, 5:00-9:00 pm -- ClubFest II, Memorial Union
Thursday, January 22, 5:00-9:00 pm -- Iowa State Leadership Experience (ISLE); Sun Room, Memorial Union
Saturday, January 24, 9:00 am - midnight -- Dance Marathon 2009 @ Great Hall, Memorial Union
Wednesday, January 28, 7:00-9:00 pm -- Greek 101 ("Meet the Greeks"-Multicultural Greek Council & National Pan-Hellenic Council); Pioneer Room, MU
Saturday, January 31, 10 am- Noon -- Greek Alumni Alliance @ Pi Kappa Alpha, 2112 Lincoln Way
February
Thursday, February 5 -- Ames Alumnae Panhellenic TBD
Friday, February 6, 5:00 pm -- Fraternal Awards of Excellence Due, Office of Greek Affairs
Monday, February 16 3:30 - 5:00 pm -- University Committee on Fraternities and Sororities Room in 3534 Memorial Union
Thursday - Sunday, February 12 - 15 -- Mid-American Greek Council Association (MGCA) St. Louis, MO
Monday - Thursday, February 16 - 19 -- Greek Calling Project -- Week 1 Office of Greek Affairs
Monday - Thursday, February 23 -26 -- Greek Calling Project --Week 2 Office of Greek Affairs
March
Monday - Thursday, March 9 - 11 -- Greek Calling Project - Week 4 Office of Greek Affairs
Monday - Friday, March 16 - 20 -- Spring Break
Monday, March 23 -- University Committee on Fraternities and Sororities in Room 3534 Memorial Union
Friday - Saturday, March 27 - 28 -- Relay for Life
Sunday, March 29 -- Greek Week Begins
April
Sunday, March 29 - Sunday, April 5 -- Greek Week
Thursday, April 2 -- Ames Alumnae Panhellenic TBD
Friday - Saturday, April 3 - 5 -- Greek Getaway ; Check-in April 3 at Memorial Union
Sunday, April 5 -- Vespers Ceremony @ CY Stephens Auditorium
Monday, April 6 -- Delphi Database Available to IFC Chapters in good standing
Friday, April 10, 5:00 pm -- Ames Alumnae Panhellenic UIFI Scholarship Application Deadline, Office of Greek Affairs
Monday - Sunday, April 13 - 19 -- VEISHEA
Monday, April 20 -- University Committee on Fraternities and Sororities in Room 3534, Memorial Union
Saturday, April 25, 10 am - Noon -- Greek Alumni Alliance @ Sigma Kappa, 233 Gray Avenue
Monday - Friday, April 27 - May 1 -- Dead Week
May
Monday - Friday, May 4 - 8 Finals Week
Friday, May 8 -- Spring Semester Ends
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www.greek.iastate.edu
The Office of Greek Affairs at Iowa State University is a unit of the Dean of Students Office providing resources to the Greek community, Greek governing councils, inter/national organizations, local advisors, and individual students. Experienced professional and support staff provide assistance to the Greek community in a variety of ways.If you have questions or suggestions, please contact Katie Mott (kmott@iastate.edu).Published with Newsletter Ease