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- Enjoy the San Jose Taiko Drummers, April 2
- Leadership and Success Conference, April 29
- Jazz Sax Great Dave Pietro to Join CSU, Chico's Jazz X-Press , April 9
- Molière's "Learned Ladies" Staged April 1-5
- Guitarist Tobin Roye to Perform with CSU, Chico Guitar Students, April 10
- Locals with Ties to Pakistan and Afghanistan to Speak About "Three Cups of Tea," April 6
- University Film Series: COLOR OF PARADISE, April 21
- Film: "Ever Again," April 1
- CONNECT 2009 Conference, April 1-2
- Guest Lecturer Sophia Dong, TONIGHT
- Documentary Film Showing "Born Into Brothels," April 2
Staff Human Resources/Faculty Affairs
Workshops
Join the Campus Community in Pennies for Peace Fundraising
Students who have read Three Cups of Tea are asking for spare change donations to collection containers they have placed on campus. Donations will help Book in Common author Greg Mortenson build a school in Pakistan. To date, the following offices have agreed to provide space in their reception areas for donations. Look for a Pennies for Peace container in these locations:
HFA Dean, PAC 109; Accounting & Management, THMA 313; Anthropology, Butte 311; Art & Art History, Ayres 107; Communication, THMA 201; Communication Design, THMA 205; Education, THMA 101; English, TALR 209; Finance & Marketing, THMA 307; Foreign Languages, TRNT 122; History, TRNT 223; Honors, SSC 460; Kinesiology, Yolo 243; Nutrition & Food Science, Holt 123; Political Science, Butte 741; Sociology, Butte 615; Social Work, Butte 509; AS Bookstore, at registers; Financial Aid & Scholarship Office, SSC 250.
Additional collection centers are located throughout the campus.
If your office or business wishes to support this effort, contact Samantha Solorzano at fye@csuchico.edu or (530) 898-5133. This effort is sponsored by the First-Year Experience Program and the College of Humanities and Fine Arts.
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User Services IT Training Courses for April
User Services is offering the following training classes for faculty and staff:
Day Date Time Sec# Title Location
Wed 4/1/09 9:30am-11:30pmam 2 CMS HR: HCM 8.9 ISA Contract Generation KNDL 224
Thu 4/2/09 10am-11am 6 CMS Financials: Purchase Order Entry 9.0 MLIB 43
Thu 4/9/09 9:30am-12pm 4 CMS HR: Faculty and Staff Workforce Administration - Inquire MLIB 457
Thu 4/9/09 3pm-4pm 9 Introduction to Office 2007 with Outlook MLIB 457
Thu 4/16/09 2pm-4pm 4 Dreamweaver: Beginning Dreamweaver MLIB 457
Wed 4/22/09 3pm-4pm 10 Introduction to Office 2007 with Outlook MLIB 457
Fri 4/24/09 1:30pm-4pm 5 CMS - HR: Time and Labor - Student Payroll (1870 & 1871 only) MLIB 457
Please visit the Web site for course descriptions and to sign up for these classes.
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Political Science Lecturer Pool
The Department of Political Science is seeking part-time instructors to teach a variety of courses during the 2009-10 academic year. Courses are potentially available in the fields of political science, legal studies, international relations, public administration, and criminal justice. Applicants should possess at minimum a master’s degree in the area they wish to teach or in a closely related field, or a JD.
Availability of particular courses is not known at this time, but applications will be kept active in the pool for one year. Review of applications will begin May 1 and continue until all positions are filled. Applicants should send letter of interest and curriculum vita to: tharder@csuchico.edu.
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Ellen Deering Endowment Fund, Call for Proposals for 2009/2010
In the late 1970’s, Ellen Deering established an endowment as a memorial to the C.E. Deering family. Her intent was to support research projects about the history of Northeastern California and the history of CSU, Chico, particularly the development and organization of the University Archives. Mrs. Deering required that copies of all projects funded from the Endowment be deposited in Meriam Library Special Collections.
Proposals for the 2009/10 competition should be sent to Carolyn Dusenbury/Deering Endowment Project Director/Meriam Library/CSU, Chico/Chico, CA 95929-0295. Applications must be received by or postmarked on May 1, 2009.
Proposals are reviewed by the Ellen Deering Committee. Successful applicants will be notified by June 15, 2009.
For Deering Endowment Fund information and guidelines, please contact Carolyn Dusenbury.
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A.S. Presents Interviews, April 13 and 14
A.S. Presents will be holding interviews for next year on April 13 and 14. Come to BMU 208 to sign-up for a time slot. Deadline for sign-up is April 8.
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Active Minds Social - Free Food, April 2
Active Minds will be having a social event on Thurs., April 2 at 6pm in Butte 109. This is a fantastic opportunity for students to learn more about our club, socialize with current members, and learn about our upcoming events. Free pizza, drinks, and snacks will be provided. Please support our club by encouraging students to attend.
Active Minds is a student organization on campus dedicated to raising awareness about mental health issues and destigmatizing mental illness. Over 57.7 million American adults suffer from a diagnosable mental disorder each year, and many of these illnesses first present during the COLLEGE AGE. Make a difference by helping us change the conversation about mental health on the college campus.
For more information, contact us at activemindschico@gmail.com or find our Facebook page by searching for “Active Minds, CSU Chico.”
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Documentary Film Showing "Born Into Brothels," April 2
SEASA (South East Asian Student Association) is showing the Oscar-winning documentary film “Born Into Brothels” (2004) on Thurs., April 2 in Holt 170, from 6.30PM - 8pm.
The film, directed by Zana Briski, follows the stories of several children growing up in the red-light district of Calcutta, and the impact made on them when they are given cameras to record their daily lives.
For more information, please contact Nhu Huynh [chicoseasa@yahoo.com]
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Guest Lecturer Sophia Dong, TONIGHT
Guest Lecturer - Sophia Dong from the School of Marxist Studies (Dept. of Politics & Education) Huazhong University of Science & Technology, Hubei, Wuhan, China will be giving a lecture China: It’s Environment, It’s Future on Monday, March 30 at 7pm in Tehema 106. Presented by the Economics Department.
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CONNECT 2009 Conference, April 1-2
Dean Phyllis Fernlund and the California State University, Chico, School of Communication are proud to present CONNECT, a two-day alumni and professionals speaker event.
CONNECT 2009 is scheduled for April 1 and 2. This will mark the fourth year for this successful event which provides an opportunity for students to meet with and learn from graduates who have achieved success in their professions.
CONNECT was designed to bring School of Communication alumni (Departments of Journalism, Communication Design and Communication Arts and Sciences) who excel in their professions back to campus to share their professional experiences with current students while rekindling connections from their time spent as students on campus.
This year’s speakers include distinguished alumni Matt Brown, editor of Nevada Magazine; Jess Giambroni, design director for Deutsch Designworks; Craig Hedges, creative director at Arizona State University; Jory John, programs director at 826 Valencia; Patty Oien, vice president of Breakaway Communications; Charles Scibetta, senior director of Corporate Communications at Nintendo of America; and Greg Silveria, who works as an independent creative/brand director.
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Film: "Ever Again," April 1
The documentary film Ever Again, narrated by Kevin Costner, will be presented by Rabbi Aron Hier of the Simon Wiesenthal Center on April 1 at 8pm in Ayres 120.
Ever Again examines the resurgence of violent anti-Semitism in Europe and its connection to international terrorism currently threatening the entire world. For information, contact Prof. Leitner at 898-6774.
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University Film Series: COLOR OF PARADISE, April 21
University Film Series
Tuesday Nights
7:30pm, Ayres 106
$3 donation appreciated
898-4642
April. 21
The Color of Paradise (Rang-e khoda)
(1999, Iran) 90 min. Directed by Majid Majidi.
Sponsored by Sigma Tau Delta, CSU, Chico’s Alpha Kappa Tau chapter of the English Honor Society*
A fable of a child’s innocence and a complex look at faith and humanity: visually magnificent and moving, this is a story of a boy whose inability to see the world enhances his ability to feel its powerful forces.
*Part of the Humanities Center’s year-long theme, “Regarding Beauty.”
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Locals with Ties to Pakistan and Afghanistan to Speak About "Three Cups of Tea," April 6
There will be a Three Cups of Tea lecture and discussion event on Mon., April 6 beginning at 7:30pm in Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall (PAC 134).
Three local Butte County people who have ties to Afghanistan and Pakistan will discuss Three Cups of Tea and answer your questions about the book, the cultures, and life in those countries.
Featured speakers:
Aziza Syed-Calandrella, a Chicoan who was born in Pakistan, moved to USA at the age of 11.
Maria Shahid teaches Spanish at Butte Community College and has visited Pakistan many times with her husband Shahid Iqbal.
Nahid Chopan, a native of Afghanistan came to the U.S. after her home country was invaded by the Soviets in 1980.
Free and open to the public.
Three Cups of Tea is the community Book in Common for 2009. The book, written by Greg Mortenson, tells the true story of how a failed attempt at climbing at mountain led to the building of schools in desolate parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
For more information, contact Brooks Thorlaksson, Associate Dean for the College of Humanities and Fine Arts, x5351.
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Guitarist Tobin Roye to Perform with CSU, Chico Guitar Students, April 10
Classical guitarist Tobin Roye will perform with members of CSU, Chico’s Classical Guitar Ensemble in their first annual featured concert “Spanish Master’s: Past and Present.”
The program will highlight works by 17th century guitarist Gaspar Sanz, and 20th century composer, Federico Moreno Torroba. Top students in guitar performance will play solos, duos, trios, and quartets of Spanish flavored music, concluding with a spectacular finale by the full 14 member guitar ensemble.
The concert takes place at CSU,Chico, Friday, April 10 at 7:30pm in Rowland Taylor Recital Hall, located in the Performing Arts Center.
Advance tickets, at $15 adult, $13 seniors, and $6 students and children, can be purchased at the University Box Office, or by calling 530-898-6333. Add $2 for tickets purchased at the door. For disability-related accommodations please call 898-4325.
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Molière's "Learned Ladies" Staged April 1-5
Theatre: The Learned Ladies
Wed., April 1 - Sat., April 4 at 7:30pm
Sun., April 5 at 2pm
Wismer Theatre
Written by Molière
Directed by Cynthia Lammel
In this 1672 play, Molière takes aim at the intellectual and artistic pretentiousness of Parisian salon society. The play centers on a group of women intent on improving their social standing through intellectual achievement. So proud are these women and men of their quest for knowledge, however, that they neglect to realize that they aren’t actually gaining any. Eccentric characters, hilarious dialogue, mistaken intentions, lots of romantic intrigue and fast-paced action make this one of Molière’s comic masterpieces.
Advance Tickets: University Box Office, x6333.
More information is available at the Web site.
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Jazz Sax Great Dave Pietro to Join CSU, Chico's Jazz X-Press , April 9
To accommodate the hectic schedule of special guest artist Dave Pietro, CSU, Chico’s Jazz X-Press had to move its Fooling Around in April concert five days later than previously advertised to April 9.
Anyone who goes to Fooling Around in April —- Thurs., April 9 at 7:30pm in Harlen Adams Theatre - and hears Pietro’s masterful playing of the saxophone will be glad for the date change.
An internationally renowned talent, Pietro has played jazz in more than 30 countries, recorded six CDs of his own music, and performed onstage with the likes of Liza Minelli, Paul Anka, Blood Sweat & Tears, Ray Charles, Louis Bellson, Harry Connick Jr., Rosemary Clooney, and John Pizzarelli.
Pietro will perform a variety of works with the Jazz X-Press during the concert, noted Rocky Winslow, head of jazz studies at CSU, Chico.
“We’ll be doing everything from straight ahead sounds of Count Basie, Kenton, and Buddy Rich to the progressive sounds of big band jazz today, including our very own student originals,” noted Winslow.
While at CSU, Chico, Pietro will also hold clinics and workshops for the student musicians.
Also joining the Jazz X-Press and Pietro for the concert will be the Red Bluff High School Jazz Band under the direction of Tod Filpula.
Tickets: University Box Office, x6333.
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Leadership and Success Conference, April 29
Wed., April 29, 2009
BMU Auditorium
8am - 5pm
Before Friday, April 10 is $10 or after Friday, April 10 is $12
A variety of successful local business owners, community leaders, and respected academics will share their experiences in world of leadership and their journey to success. This day-long conference is an opportunity for CSU, Chico students to learn, listen, engage, and discuss insights to student leadership. Through workshops, panels, and energizing discussion groups, our goal is to equip you with knowledge, inspiration and motivation to maximize your potential and lead successfully.
To participate, come by the Cross-Cultural Leadership Center and pick-up an application (Meriam Library 172, across from the BMU Marketplace)! Submit the completed application form and conference fee to the Cross-Cultural Leadership Center by Monday, April 20.
Conference fee includes: Continental breakfast, lunch provided by the Madison Bear Garden and all conference materials.
Join us and network with other student leaders while learning more about leadership in our community.
Sponsored by the National Society of Leadership and Success (Sigma Alpha Pi) and the Cross-Cultural Leadership Center.
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Enjoy the San Jose Taiko Drummers, April 2
Experience the pulse pounding sounds of drumming as the San Jose Taiko group brings amazing percussion to Laxson on April 2, 2009 at 7:30pm, courtesy of Chico Performances.
For 30 years, San Jose Taiko has mesmerized audiences with the powerful, spellbinding, and propulsive sounds of the taiko drums. San Jose Taiko’s style joins the traditional rhythms of Japanese drumming with the beat of world rhythms including African, Balinese, Brazilian, Latin, and jazz percussion. The resulting sounds are contemporary, exciting, new, and innovative. In addition to exciting, high-energy performances, the program includes explanations of the history and philosophy of the art form, as well as student participation on the drums.
Tickets are: $23 Premium, $18 adults, $16 senior and $14 student/child and are available at the University Box Office, 898-6333.
For more information visit the Web site.
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CSU, Chico - Tenure Track Recruitments
For description view CSU Careers, see the Web site.
• BSS Health & Community Services - Health Services Administration - Assistant Professor
• CME Education - Secondary Pedagogy: Specializing in Math - Assistant Professor
• ECC Electrical & Computer Engineering - Assistant Professor
• ECC Civil Engineering - Associate/Full Professor/Chair
• ECC Dept. of Construction Management - Temporary Full-Time Faculty Positions
• HFA Music - Music Education - Assistant Professor
• HFA Art and Art History - Interior Design - Assistant or Associate Professor
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CSU, Chico Staff Vacancies - Week of March 30, 2009
Closing the Week of 3/30/09:
No positions closing this week.
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(09-0023) INFORMATION SECURITY MANAGER (Administrator I)
ISEC
Open until filled; application review: 4/6/09
(09-0022) CUSTODIAN (Residence Hall Custodian) (One or more positions available)
UHFS
Closes: 4/6/09
(09-0020) ANALYST / PROGRAMMER - CAREER LEVEL
DATA
Open until filled; application review: 3/23/09
(09-0016) ANALYST/PROGRAMMER-CAREER LEVEL
EAPP
Open until filled; application review: 3/16/09
(09-0015) LVN
SHS
Open until filled; application review: 3/23/09
(09-0014) PHARMACIST I
SHS
Open until filled; application review: 3/23/09
(09-0013) CHIEF STAFF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER (Administrator III)
SHRM
Open until filled; application review: 3/9/09
(09-0012) SSP III (Residence Community Coordinator)
UHFS
Open until filled; application review: 3/16/09
(09-0011) SSP II (Assistant Residence Community Coordinator)
UHFS
Open until filled; application review: 3/16/09
(09-0006) MANAGER OF BUILDING AND MECHANICAL TRADES (Administrator I)
FMS
Open until filled; application review: 1/7/09
(09-0004) DIRECTOR OF FMS (Administrator III)
FMS
Open until filled; application review: 1/7/09
(09-0003) EXECUTIVE DEAN AND DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES PLANNING (Administrator III)
VPBF
Open until filled; application review: 1/20/09
(08-0084) DIR OF EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES/DISPUTE RESOLUTION (Admin I, II, III) (Revised)
SHRM
Open until filled; application review: 1/12/09
(08-0039) SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER-Hourly
DSS
Open until filled; application review: 6/2/08
Job announcements are on the Web site.
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Photoshop I Workshops
Student Computing is presenting these workshops this week:
Photoshop I
Wed., April 1
12pm - 1pm MLIB 457
Photoshop I
Wed., April 1
5pm - 6pm MLIB 457
No sign-up is required. Faculty, Staff and Students are all welcome - just drop-in.
The Photoshop I workshop is an introduction and overview of the Photoshop window, learning what is in the Photoshop toolbox and how to navigate the menus. Workshop attendees will learn how to use the edit, image and layers menus. They will learn how to work with pixels, manage RCB, Index & CMYK color as well as learn about resolution and the difference between displayed and printed color.
For more information about Student Computing workshops visit the STCP Workshops Web site or contact Melinda Ferris by email or 898-5008.
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Study Skills Workshop This Week
The Student Learning Center is offering a study skills workshop this week to give students an overview of strategies to improve time management, reading, and memory.
April 2 (Thursday)
Mastering Study Skills 3pm - 4pm
Christine Connerly
SSC 304
Workshops are free - students can sign up in advance at the Student Learning Center (Student Services Center-3rd Floor) or by calling 898-6839.
To find out about more study skills and writing workshops, please visit our Web site.
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Meriam Library Presents Workshops for Faculty in April
Every Friday in April the Library will be presenting one hour hands-on workshops for faculty focusing on resources or topics of importance to researchers. Come join us in our new laptop classroom, Library 226. RSVP to Dorcas Erickson by email or call 898-6361.
April 3, 11am — Google Scholar and Academic Research
April 3, 1pm — Going Green Online
April 10, 11am — Google Book Search
April 10, 1pm — Article & Journal Alerts Through Email & RSS
April 17, 11am — The Blogosphere in the Classroom
April 17, 1pm — Your What Hurts?
April 24, 11am — EndNote
April 24, 1pm — ArtSTOR
Workshop descriptions may be found at the Web site.
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