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News Release: Eating Disorders Awareness Week Offers Variety of Activities Feb. 22-27
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 12, 2009
CONTACT: Kathleen McPartland
Tel: 530-898-4260
Stephanie Chervinko
Counseling and Wellness Center
530-898-6345
Eating Disorders Awareness Week Offers Variety of Activities Feb. 22-27
From advice on helping a friend with an eating disorder to discussions about recovery to a stand-up comedian, Eating Disorders Awareness Week, Feb. 22-27, offers something of interest for anyone who wants to find out more. Part of a national outreach effort, the local week was planned by a coalition of services and student groups at California State University, Chico. Students, faculty, staff and members of the community are welcomed at all events.
The National Eating Disorders Association reports that, in the United States, as many as 10 million females and one million males are fighting a life-and-death battle with an eating disorder such as anorexia or bulimia. Millions more are struggling with binge eating disorder.
“This is the first time we’ve brought so many people together to plan this event, and we are excited that we will reach so many more people than we have in the past,” said Stephanie Chervinko, psychologist at the Counseling and Wellness Center and chair of the committee. “Eating disorders can be life-threatening, but with treatment, people get better. So one of the things we want to do is to raise awareness that help is available. Another goal is to provide resources to friends and families, so they have some guidance in their efforts to support a loved one who may be struggling with an eating disorder.”
The complete news release is available online.
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Enhancement of Multicultural Understanding Award - Applications Available
Applications Available for the Enhancement of Multicultural Understanding Award and Myles Tracy Outstanding Student Organization Advisor Award
Faculty, staff, and students of California State University, Chico are invited to nominate individual students or recognized student organizations for the Enhancement of Multicultural Understanding award. The recipient will receive $500 and their name will be placed on a perpetual plaque, which resides in the Student Activities Office.
Student organization members are invited to nominate their faculty/staff advisors for campus recognition and a $500 award. The program is designed to honor advisors who have consistently demonstrated their dedication and skill in service to their respective student organizations. Both awards will be presented at the University Awards Reception on April 22.
Nomination Guidelines and the applications can be found at the Web site and at the Student Activities Office in BMU 213. Nominations are due by 5pm on March 20, and should be returned to: Desiree Gonzalez, Student Activities Office, Zip 755. If you have questions please call x3409 or email.
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Chocolate and Roses - -Available in the BMU on Friday
Surprise someone with chocolate and a rose for Valentine’s Day.
Stop by our table in the BMU where Staff Council will have chocolates and roses available this Friday, Feb. 13, from 10am - 2pm . Additional gift items will also be available.
All proceeds benefit Staff Council programs such as: Academic Staff Award, Staff and Faculty Art Exhibit, and the Spring Awards Luncheon and awards. Â
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Thailand Summer Courses (Please Announce to Classes)
Students can earn 6 units of GE credit taking Sociology 354 (Inter-cultural Contacts) and English 353 (Multicultural Literature) in northern Thailand (University of Chiang Mai) this summer. The program is for the entire month of June.
Please announce to classes that there will be an information session on Friday, Feb. 20 at 3pm in Plumas 203. We’ll show slides and tell students about the application process.
For more info, check out the Web site at http://chiangmai2009.wetpaint.com or call Dr. Tony Waters, 530 898-6384 or Dr. Robert Burton, 530 898-6568.
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Conversations on Diversity for Spring 2009
Conversations on Diversity is a series of discussions sponsored by the Center for Multicultural and Gender Studies, the Women’s Center, Building Bridges and the Office of Diversity. Each semester, new discussion topics are offered and students, faculty, staff and community members are encouraged to attend. Please see the spring 2009 flyer for information regarding dates, times and discussion topics.
For more information, please contact the Office of Diversity at 530-898-4764.
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California Pre-Doctoral Applications Available
Upper division undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to apply for $3,000 in funding from the California Pre-Doctoral Program. This Program is designed to support the doctoral aspirations of California State University students who have experienced economic or educational disadvantages.
Online applications are available for the 2009/2010 California Pre-Doctoral Program. The deadline to submit your application is Mon., March 16, 2009 at 4pm. Please submit your original application plus three copies to the School of Graduate, International & Interdisciplinary Studies located in the Student Services Center 440.
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Eating Disorders Awareness Week
CSU, Chico is gearing up for National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, Feb. 22-28, 2009. Events on campus will include various speakers, a recovery panel, a comedian, a film, the Great Jeans Giveaway - and ultimately aim to increase awareness of the dangers surrounding eating disorders and the need for early intervention and treatment. All events will be open to the public and are free of charge. A complete schedule for Eating Disorders Awareness Week can be found on the Web site.
For more information contact the Wellness Center at 898-4697.
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University Letterhead Discount - Save $15 or More
University Printing Services was able to negotiate a discount on the University’s letterhead stock and is passing the savings on to you. Orders for standard University letterhead received by March 13 will receive the following discounts for reprints or new set-ups on the following quantities:
$15 off for 1000
$20 off for 1500
$30 off for 2000
Please contact us for discounts on larger quantities.
University Printing Services
Siskiyou Hall, Rm 118, x5992
Hours: M - F, 8am to 5pm
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Speech Team Shines in So Cal
The CSU, Chico Speech team competed against students from all over the nation this past weekend at Southwestern College and Pt. Loma University in San Diego. Lindsey Rein, a first-year competitor, came home with awards from both tournaments, placing as a finalist in Extemporaneous speaking at both tournaments, a finalist in Drama Interpretation at Southwestern and a coveted First Place in Impromptu speaking at Pt. Loma. Other first year competitors also captured awards with Joey Klobas placing 3rd in both After Dinner Speaking and Informative Speaking and Brittany Goodwin placing 3rd in Persuasive Speaking. Lilly Gray also placed 5th in Prose Interpretation and Amro Jayousi brought home a 5th place in Persuasive Speaking.
The CSU, Chico Speech and Debate team will be hosting the Northern California Forensics Association Spring Championships Feb. 20-22, with over 25 schools from California in attendance. Students, faculty and the public are encouraged to attend.
For more information about the Speech and Debate team or the upcoming tournament, please contact Sue Peterson, Director of Speech and Debate at 898-4771. The CSU, Chico Speech and Debate team is an IRA funded program.
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Faculty Invitation: Undergraduate Research at CSU, Chico
Faculty are invited to attend a meeting to establish a campus interest group to support the growth of undergraduate research at CSU, Chico. The meeting is set for next Friday, Feb. 13 at 11:30am in the Faculty/Staff Dining Room behind Selvester’s.
Several CSU, Chico faculty have attended recent workshops sponsored by the national Council for Undergraduate Research (CUR), http://www.cur.org/ an affiliate of the American Association of State College and Universities. They will share some of the CUR techniques for engaging undergraduates in research activities.
For additional information, call RESP at x. 5700.
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The AIDS Chronicles-Here to Represent (Film) & National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, Feb. 17
In recognition of Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: The AIDS Chronicles-Here to Represent (Film) & National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, February 17th & 19th http://www.csuchico.edu/diversity/documents/09%2011X17%20Poster.pdf.
For more information, please contact the Office of Diversity at 530-898-4764.
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Men and Women's Pink Zone Basketball Game, Feb. 25
Come join the fun at CSU, Chico’s ‘Pink Zone’ basketball game, on Wed., Feb. 25, 2009.
CSU, Chico Athletics will be hosting the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association Pink Zone Basketball game against Cal State Stanislaus. All donations will go directly to the University Relay For Life team. Grab your pink gear and come out to help support the fight against cancer. The women tip off at 5:30pm, men at 7:30pm in Acker Gym.
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STOP! - First Meeting, Feb. 17
First meeting of the semester of the newly-reorganized student group, STOP! — Stop Trafficking of Persons. Come learn about this important social issue and see how you can get involved. Everyone welcome.
Tues., Feb. 17, 3:30pm, Common Grounds (in the basement of the BMU).
Contact us at stoptraffickingofpersons@yahoo.com or Catherine Foerster (president).
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Join Chico Performances in a Theatrical Concert, Oh Mr. Sousa! - March 1
Chico Performances presents Oh Mr. Sousa!, a theatrical concert that celebrates the musical achievements of “March King” John Philip Sousa, coming to Laxson Auditorium on Sun., March 1, 2009 at 7:30pm.
Oh Mr. Sousa! is a tribute to one of the United States’ most influential composers and conductors—John Philip Sousa. Featuring a 22-piece concert band and a cast of 8 singing actors, this tribute to “The March King” features many of his compositions, including “Stars and Stripes Forever.” Interesting fact: Sousa performed in Chico at the Majestic Theatre (now the El Rey), 100 years ago.
Tickets cost: $22 Premium, $17 Adult, $15 Senior, $13 Student/Child, and are available at the University Box Office, 898-6333.
For more information, please visit the Web site.
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