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8 events to welcome you back to campus, Broncs

8 events to welcome you back to campus, Broncs

From Welcome Week through Cranberry Fest, students can enjoy a number of beloved Rider traditions

Cranberry Fest

There are plenty of ways to celebrate the beginning of the fall semester, Broncs.

Sept. 4-10

Welcome Weeks introduces our newest Broncs to the Rider community. There are more than 20 events to celebrate new and returning Broncs alike.

Cranchella

Sept. 5
3-6 p.m.
Campus Green

Spend time with some of your favorite Broncs before classes start and enjoy inflatables, food trucks, crafts and more!

Sept. 6
3-5 p.m.
Campus Mall

Want to become involved with Student Government? Interested in joining Greek Life? Want to help plan major campus events? Broncapalooza has clubs and activities for all those interests and more. Learn more about Rider’s 150+ student organizations during the annual involvement fair.

Wednesday, Sept. 7
8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Campus Green

Show your Rider pride in your favorite cranberry outfit for the first day of classes (and every Wednesday this year)! Stop by the Ask Me Tent with any questions to ease your first-day jitters.

Friday, Sept. 9
7:30-10 p.m.
Ben Cohen Turf Field

Rock Fest is the perfect way to celebrate the first week of the semester with fireworks, live music, food trucks and more.

Saturday, Sept. 10
7 p.m.
Yvonne Theater

Student performers sass, shade and style with amazing talent and pride for a chance to be named Rider’s Drag Champion. Drag Race is a fundraiser for Relay for Life.

R Factor

Friday, Sept. 16 and 23
7:30 p.m.
Yvonne Theater

A two-part, full-production, singing talent show where any student can show off their vocal skills for a chance to be the next R Factor champion! R Factor was named Best Campus Tradition 2017 by the National Association of Campus Activities.

Cranberry Fest

Saturday, Sept. 17
5-8 p.m.
Campus Mall

Celebrate Rider’s history with one of the University’s greatest and longest-standing traditions. Enjoy live music, free food, games and entertainment!

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Build your community on campus at these multicultural Wisconsin Welcome events

Build your community on campus at these multicultural Wisconsin Welcome events

The words "Wisconsin Welcome"

Welcome to all our new and returning Badgers! We’re all so happy you’re here and can’t wait to greet you as you arrive on campus this fall.

There are so many opportunities to explore the campus, meet other students and learn about campus resources during Wisconsin Welcome from Aug. 28 to Oct. 2. Download the Wisconsin Welcome guide on your iOS or Android device to access up-to-date information, track events and more.

Check out the events below to find ways to connect with other students and learn about multicultural student organizations and campus resources. The events are free and open to everyone in the UW–Madison community.

Red Gym Tailgate and Watch PartyPoster with pictures of Wisconsin students in Badgers gear and event details included in the post.

Badgers assemble for a tailgate and watch party for the first home football game of the year! Join us for food, prizes and fun.


Multicultural Celebration of Organizations and Resources (MCOR)Colorful cutout images of students performing dances surrounding psychedelic bubble letters reading MCOR

Join us at MCOR for a night of fun! Cheer on performances by student groups and learn about the different multicultural organizations and resources on campus.


Multicultural Welcome Back Block Party

Sorority sisters wearing green stand in front of a large pillar honoring the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Divine Nine Garden Plaza grand opening, May 2022. (Photo by Andy Manis)

Join us at East Campus Mall near the new Divine Nine Garden Plaza for good food, good music, games and fellowship! Meet new folks and reconnect with familiar faces to celebrate the new school year at our special multicultural welcome back block party.


Social Justice Org Fair

Explore social justice organizations and initiatives on campus to find ways to get involved and strengthen our UW–Madison community.


Student Identity Centers Welcome Receptions

Colorful block letters reading "MSC: Multicultural Student Center"Learn about UW’s student identity centers, meet other students, connect with campus resources and build community. Each reception will have food and new swag from each identity center. Whether you’re new to campus or a returning student at the undergrad or graduate level, we hope to see you there.

Indigenous Student Center Reception

Latinx Cultural Center Reception

Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Student Center Reception

Black Cultural Center Reception

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Laurier’s Brantford campus welcomes first-year students with Orientation Week events

BRANTFORD – Wilfrid Laurier University will welcome first-year students to its Brantford campus with a series of Orientation Week events taking place Sept. 4 to 10.

Orientation Week, organized by the Wilfrid Laurier University Students’ Union, is an opportunity for students to learn their way around campus, meet new people and become involved in student life.

“We have been looking forward to welcoming our students to our campuses with an in-person, face-to-face greeting for a long time now,” said Ivan Joseph, vice-president of Student Affairs. “There is nothing like feeling the energy and enthusiasm that ripples across our community during Orientation Week. Thank you to all the student leaders, volunteers, faculty and staff who go out of their way to showcase the Laurier community spirit and demonstrate what is so Golden about the Laurier student experience.”

Events throughout the week include Shine Day, when students wash cars to raise money for Cystic Fibrosis Canada (founded at Laurier in 1961), lunch with Brantford Mayor Kevin Davis, a carnival in Harmony Square, a headphone disco and a room-burn demonstration by firefighters to promote fire safety. Throughout the week, students will also learn about safety and support services at Laurier, resources to help them balance their physical and mental health, and tips and advice for academic success. A list of Orientation Week photo opportunities for media is below.

“My advice to students is don’t be afraid to put yourself out there and take the opportunity to engage with your fellow Golden Hawks,” said Shane Symington, president and CEO of the Students’ Union. “I hope students lose themselves in the moments where they’re at Headphone Disco or other events and find themselves as they get their first taste of a community that will embrace them, and truly make them feel like they belong. We hope they make this experience their own.”

“We’re excited to have a full complement of students engaging in Orientation Week activities this year,” said Adam Lawrence, Laurier’s dean of students. “Many thanks to the O-Week organizers, and a warm welcome to Laurier’s newcomers.”

Sunday, Sept. 4 is Move-in Day; times will vary among the four Brantford residences depending on building and community.

On Monday, Sept. 5, students can attend a painting tutorial inspired by the late painter and TV host Bob Ross. The event takes place in the lobby of the Research and Academic Centre West building. A Welcome to Campus Dinner will also take place in the basement of 1 Market restaurant.

On Tuesday, Sept. 6, Brantford Fire Department firefighters will ignite and suppress a fire in a model bedroom to show how quickly a fire can spread and demonstrate the importance of smoke alarms and having an evacuation plan. The room burn demonstration takes place in the rear parking lot of 50 Wellington St.

On Wednesday, Sept. 7, Brantford Mayor Kevin Davis and local councillors will serve lunch to first-year students in Harmony Square as an official welcome to Brantford.

Saturday, Sept. 10 is Shinerama Shine Day. Students will wash cars at the Student Centre parking lot and FreshCo. (50 Market St.) to raise funds for Cystic Fibrosis Canada. O-Week icebreakers team and staff will participate in fun challenges tied to the amount of funds raised. Closing ceremonies start at 7 p.m. featuring amazing food and activities.

Other events throughout the week include a carnival, headphone disco dance party, glow-in-the-dark paint party, a hypnotist performance, drag hour, taste tour of downtown Brantford, lip-sync battle, movie night, games night and dodgeball competition. Visit the Students’ Union website for a full list of activities.

Laurier’s Waterloo campus will also be running Orientation Week activities.

In addition to O-week events international students can register for the Senior Executive Officer and Faculty Reception & Lunch at 11:30 a.m. Graduate Student Orientation will take place Wednesday, Sept. 7 highlighted by Ivan Joseph’s speech, “The Role Confidence Plays in Academic Success.”

For a full list of events, go to the Laurier Students’ Union O-Week web page.

Photo Opportunities for Brantford Orientation Week

Room-Burn Demonstration

Brantford Fire Department firefighters will educate students about fire safety by showing how quickly a room can become engulfed in flames. The room burn occurs on Tuesday, Sept. 6 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the rear parking lot of 50 Wellington St.

Mayor’s Lunch

Mayor Kevin Davis and local councillors will welcome first-year students to Brantford with lunch. The event takes place on Wednesday, Sept. 7 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in Harmony Square.

Tastes of Downtown

Students sample foods from Brantford’s downtown restaurants. The event takes place on Thursday, Sept. 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Research and Academic Centre West lobby.

Carnival

The carnival features cotton candy, a dunk tank and many other carnival delights. The event takes place Friday, Sept. 9 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. in Harmony Square.

Shine Day

Students will wash cars and take part in fun activities in support of Cystic Fibrosis Canada on Saturday, Sept. 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Student Centre parking lot and FreshCo. (50 Market St.).

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Two Point Campus: 6 Best Events In The Game

Various Events in Two Point Campus

There seems to be no limit to simulation games, from caring for adorable pets to causing mayhem as a goat in Goat Simulator. Nonetheless, one of the most popular sub-genres of simulation games is that of business management. Games like Roller Coaster Tycoon and Two Point Hospital let players design and manage their own business, whether an amusement park or hospital.



With the release of Two Point Campus, players can now experience what’s it like to manage a university, from hiring professors to teach the courses to organize events that’ll boost student happiness. Some events offer better rewards than others, so players do well in learning which ones to host.

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6 Cook-Off Events

  • Unlocked After Completing Piazza Lanatra

The Gastronomy Course is one of the first courses unlocked in Two Point Campus, so players won’t have to spend too much of their initial capital unlocking it. Players can take advantage of this opportunity to begin hosting Cook-off, earning them a decent amount of cash and Kudosh in the game’s early stages.

Players can host three different Cook-off events, but the fastest and easiest one is the Campus Cook-Off event. Gamers can start this event as long as the Gastronomy Course is at Level 1 and there are at least three students. Once completed, players will receive $2,000 and 4 Kudosh (one of the simplest methods of earning Kudosh in Two Point Campus).

5 Party Event

  • Unlocked After Completing Piazza Lanatra

Keeping students and staff members happy is critical if players want to earn extra cash and Kudosh at the End of the Year award ceremony. Fortunately, the Party Event is one of the best Events to keep everyone on campus happy, plus get a handy 10% Movement Bonus.

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The Beach-a-Palooza Party Event is perhaps the best event to invest in, especially if the campus isn’t doing too well with Happiness. This event costs $25,000 to start and will last 30 days. At the end of the event, the entire campus will receive a 30% Happiness increase and the slight Movement boost mentioned above.

4 Cheeseball Match Event

  • Unlocked After Completing Fluffborough

The Cheeseball Match Event is hands-down the wackiest event in Two Point Campus. Students must wear a mouse-like outfit while trying to score with a cheese-shaped disc. But despite its odd demeanor, the Cheeseball Match Event is among the best events in Two Point Campus.

Players must complete the Fluffborough Campaign with three stars to take full advantage of this event. Then players will have access to three teams (in reality events) that can bring home a Cheeseball Match trophy. Players that use the Jumbo Mega Team will receive $5,000 and 10 Kudosh for each win, making it an excellent way of earning cash fast.

3 Talent Show Event

  • Unlocked After Completing Upper Etching

To host a Talent Show Event, players must purchase a Stage for $18,000, which is unlocked after completing Piazza Lanatra with one star. Players can place the Stage within the Student Union building on their campus.

Once placed, players can host a Talent Show Event for $10,000, but they’ll also need to have at least 3 Musicality Students. At the end of the event, players will receive $5,000 and 10 Kudosh. Players can increase the reward by upgrading the Stage as it’ll allow them to host a bigger Talent Show Event.

2 Live Music Event

  • Unlocked After Completing Piazza Lanatra

Players that want to increase their campus’s Happiness and productivity tenfold will want to host several Live Music Events throughout the academic year. There are a total of eight different Live Music Events that players can host, which can last from 15 days to 30 days depending on the event. Here’s a brief list of them:

  • Ripped Chords
    – 20% Happiness Increase & 10% Movement Speed

  • DJ Sue Chef
    – 30% Happiness Increase & 10% Movement Speed

  • Honour Rollers
    – 30% Happiness Increase & 10% Movement Speed

  • Helium Baboon
    – 30% Happiness Increase & 10% Movement Speed

  • Boogie Knights
    – 40% Happiness Increase & 10% Movement Speed

  • Alchemical Friendship
    – 20% Happiness Increase & 10% Movement Speed

  • Shoegraze
    – 40% Happiness Increase & 10% Movement Speed

  • Open Mic
    – Provides Entertainment

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As players will notice, most of the events provide similar buffs, so it all comes down to what the player thinks looks “entertaining.” The biggest issue with this event is that the Stage may break (depending on the event chosen), so players will need to be ready to repair it frequently.


1 Cinema Event

  • Unlocked After Completing Piazza Lanatra

Undoubtedly, the Cinema Event is the best event in Two Point Campus. Players can choose from six different movies (events), each of which offers distinct rewards. Here’s a snippet of each Cinema Event and the bonuses they offer:

  • Funny Film
    – 30% Happiness Increase & 10% Movement Speed

  • Romantic Film
    – 20% Happiness Increase

  • Western Film
    – 20% Happiness Increase & Increases Energy

  • Action Film
    – 20% Happiness Increase & 10% Movement Speed

  • Sci-Fi Film
    – 20% Happiness Increase & 10% Learning Rate

  • Horror Film
    – 20% Happiness Increase & Increases Energy

As players can see, each event focuses on increasing a specific factor of a student, so players should pick the ones they need the most. Hosting a Cinema Event varies from $4,000 to $6,000, and they only last 15 days.

Two Point Campus is available now on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch.

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SIU welcomes students to back to campus, announces upcoming events

SIU welcomes students to back to campus, announces upcoming events
students gathered around a fire, roasting marshmallows

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August 10, 2022

SIU welcomes students to back to campus, announces upcoming events

by Christi Mathis

CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale will roll out the maroon carpet to welcome new and returning students to campus in grand Saluki style with a host of special activities during Saluki Startup and Weeks of Welcome.

Students move onto campus Aug. 18 and 19, with classes starting Aug. 22. Preparations have been underway for months to ensure a smooth transition for students to their new campus home away from home. View the online schedule, which is constantly being updated as activities are added. Students can also stay abreast of what’s happening by downloading the Saluki Superfan app, their portal to keep tabs on student life throughout the year.

Dawg Days helps create a successful transition

SIU’s Dawg Days New Student Retreat, set for Aug. 15-18 at Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, is an action-packed week. Organized and led by students, it is designed to help their new student peers successfully transition to college life. 

move-in-21-v2-sm.jpgParticipants learn about Saluki traditions, services and the support system as they network and engage in fun activities, including battleship games in canoes, duct-tape dodgeball, kayaking, hiking, rock climbing, canoeing, themed evening socials, a costume party and much more. They will also connect with campus administrators, faculty and staff, as well as with one another.

Forging connections through Saluki Startup

Creating a Saluki family connection is what Saluki Startup, set for the early days of the semester, is all about. During special activities on Aug. 18-21, the university will help returning and new students get acquainted with one another and the campus.

A recent popular addition to Saluki Startup is Light up the Lake, set for 7-9 p.m. Aug. 18 as the boat dock will be glowing all evening. Campus Lake/Becker Pavilion will come alive with glow-in-the-dark games and activities, slacklining, a climbing wall, a DJ, freebies, snacks, a pottery throwing wheel and other fun Saluki experiences.

A Resource Fair provides information about what’s available and how to connect with the campus departments or units as well as community organizations 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Aug. 19, in Ballroom D of the Student Center. The Saluki Startup Kickoff at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 19 at Saluki Stadium is a giant pep rally, complete with a class picture for new students. Afterward, the action moves to the Student Recreation Center for Late Nite at the Rec, with volleyball, swimming, basketball and a host of other activities from 9 to 11 p.m.

2018-DawgDays-sm.jpgThe Student Center is the place to be at 7 p.m. Aug. 20 for the popular Dawg’s Night Out student fest as participants enjoy arts and crafts, inflatables, games, food and assorted revelry.

A favorite tradition, the Chancellor’s Welcome Fest, will be 1-3 p.m. Aug. 21, complete with a cookout, DJ, climbing wall, yard and watermelon games, giveaways and the chance to get acquainted with campus leaders, faculty and staff.

There are also meet-and-greet events sponsored by numerous colleges and groups and various other activities throughout the early days of classes. Find the complete Saluki Startup schedule of events at wow.siu.edu/saluki-startup. For more information about any of the events, email orientation@siu.edu or call 618-453-1000.

Welcoming one and all with events galore

At SIU, the “welcome back” vibe continues with a variety of diverse activities during five Weeks of Welcome, or WOW, as it is called it on campus. Highlights of the fall schedule include some very special guests you’ll want to see.

SIU will celebrate Diversity Week during this time. Juan Manual “John” Quiñones, ABC News correspondent/journalist and longtime host of “What Would You Do?,” will speak during the kickoff on Aug. 29. The diversity commemoration from Aug. 29 to Sept. 1 will also feature a discussion of military culture, a disability support and accessibility presentation, jazz ensemble, a Women’s Equality Day celebration and a jazz and hip-hop seminar, mural painting, SAFE Zone and DACA training and more. The full schedule will be available online when finalized.

You can also “Meet Kevin and Oscar from ‘The Office’” in the Student Center Ballrooms at 6 p.m. Sept. 22.  Oscar Martinez and Kevin Malone, portrayed by Oscar Nuñez and Brian Baumgartner, will share about their time on the NBC Emmy-winning series “The Office.” Students and the general public are welcome to attend the free presentation; no tickets are required and admission is on a first-come basis. A book signing will follow, and some fortunate guests will have the opportunity to meet the pair at a reception following the moderated event.

Other Week of Welcome activities include open houses, an involvement fair, movies, a job fair, a bonfire, barbecue, workshops, student organization events, and a free Family Carnival at the Student Recreation Center’s west gym from 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 27 featuring a bounce house, games, snacks and more. Geared toward non-traditional families, the event is designed to help them learn about campus and the community and connect with resources and other people.

Weeks of Welcome will wrap up with Saluki Family Weekend, Sept. 23-25, featuring a craft sale, Greek Sing, and other activities, including the the football Salukis hosting North Dakota in gridiron action.

Visit wow.siu.edu for the complete schedule of events, which is subject to change, depending on weather and other factors.

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Media Advisory

Reporters, photographers and news crews are welcome to cover many of SIU’s Dawg Days New Student Retreat, Saluki Startup and Weeks of Welcome activities.

Opportune times to capture good stories, photographs and video at Dawg Days, set for Aug. 17-18 at the Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, include:

  • The Saluki Welcome Fest, 4:30 p.m. Aug. 15, featuring the SIU spirit Squad and other fun along with various guest speakers, including Tena Bennett, assistant vice chancellor for auxiliary enterprise; Jennifer Jones-Hall, dean of students; and Jeffery T. Burgin Jr., vice chancellor for student affairs.
  • Participants will rotate among various active games, 9 a.m.-noon Aug. 16.
  • New students will be enjoying a costume party at 9 p.m. Aug. 17.

All activities take place at Camp 2. For more information or to arrange a visit to Touch of Nature at another time, contact Brian Croft at 618-453-1121 or bcroft@siu.edu.

You can also find great opportunities for stories, photographs and video on the SIU campus during numerous Saluki Startup and WOW, including:

  • Move-in, which begins 18 for new students and continues Aug. 19 for returning students. For more information, visit housing.siu.edu/move-in/. For details, contact Jim Hunsaker, senior associate director of operations for University Housing, at 618-453-1067, 618-201-2211 (cell) or jhuns@siu.edu.
  • Light up the Lake, 7-9 p.m. Aug. 18, Becker Pavilion, Campus Lake.
  • Saluki Kickoff Event, 6:30-8 p.m. Aug. 19, Saluki Stadium.
  • Late Night at the Rec, 9-11 p.m., Student Recreation Center.
  • Dawg’s Night Out, 7-11 p.m. Aug. 20, Student Center. Arts and crafts, games, inflatables.
  • Chancellor’s Welcome Fest, 1-3 p.m. Aug. 21, Shryock Lawn, climbing wall, yard and watermelon games, and more.
  • Involvement Fair, 5-7 p.m. Aug. 25, Faner Plaza. Students can find out what’s happening on campus, learning about campus resources and registered student organizations as well as community organizations as they meet fellow Salukis. Contact rsohelp@siu.edu or 618-453-5714.
  • Family Carnival, 10 a.m.-noon Aug. 27, Student Recreation Center.
  • Diversity Week, 29-Sept.1. The full schedule will be posted online when finalized.
  • “Meet Kevin and Oscar from ‘The Office’” 6 p.m. Sept. 22, Student Center Ballrooms.

The complete schedule of events for Weeks of Welcome is at wow.siu.edu. For more information, contact Jennifer Jones-Hall, dean of students, at jennifer.jones-hall@siu.edu or 618-453-4846.

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University of Michigan Dining hosting hiring events this month

University of Michigan Dining hosting hiring events this month

ANN ARBOR – Michigan Dining will host two in-person hiring events on July 13 and 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the South Quad Dining Hall.

According to a release, many positions start around $17-$18 per hour and select shifts offer higher rates.

Michigan Dining is currently hiring for the following positions:

  • Kitchen cleaners

  • Cooks

  • Food service workers

Interested candidates can apply at the event and receive a hiring decision before they leave. HR professionals will be on site to help provide hands-on support in completing resumes and job applications, according to a release.

Benefits from the first day of employment include:

  • Comprehensive health benefits

  • Paid vacation and holidays

  • A free meal per shift

Other benefits based upon time of employment are available, including eligibility for tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities once a 90-day probationary period has been completed.

In addition, employees can receive 2:1 retirement matching after completing one year of service.

According to Michigan Dining, full-time, year-round positions will start in mid-August. When the academic year ends in May, employees will transition to roles within Student Lift Facilities before resuming their positions at Michigan Dining in mid-August.

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“Positions available during the Michigan Dining hiring event are covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the AFSCME union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment,” reads a release.

The South Quad Dining Hall is located at 600 E. Madison St.

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Virtual events connect Global Campus families – WSU Insider

Global Connections, Washington State University Global Campus’ student involvement program, is launching a new series of virtual events designed to provide a fun and engaging way for Global Campus students with children to connect with their families as well as other Coug parents.

Titled “Cougs and Their Cubs,” the event series consists of child-centered activities students can participate in with their kids, as well as virtual social events for Coug parents on their own. 

“Cougs and Their Cubs is all about giving Global Campus students a fun opportunity to connect, network and engage with their families and fellow Cougs,” said Amanda Terry, a Global Campus student ambassador who is coordinating the event series. “It’s all about building community, both within our own families and within our worldwide family of Global Campus Cougs.”

The first official Cougs and Their Cubs event is scheduled for June 28. “Cougs, Cubs, and Cupcakes” will be a cupcake decorating event for Global Campus students and their kids ahead of the July 4th holiday. The online event is open to all Global Campus students.

“As a current Global Campus student and parent of three, I know firsthand how challenging it can be to juggle college and family life,” said Terry. “We want to provide an inclusive space for parents to take a breath, have some fun with their kids, and interact with their peers who are going through the same types of life experiences that they are.”

After the kickoff event in June, monthly Cougs and Their Cubs events are planned for fall semester. Planned events include a “back-to-school tips” discussion and Coug coffee hour for parents only, a pumpkin patch story hour and holiday ornament making party for parents and their kids.  

“All these events will revolve around students who are parents. Some events, we want to make fun and engaging for the whole family, said Andria Donnenwerth, director of the Global Connections program, but we also want to include some events where our student-parents can have a little break and just socialize among their peers,” 

Though the cupcake decorating event is the first official event of the series, Global Campus has recently completed a few “test case” events as a proof of concept for the Cougs and Their Cubs series, with very positive results.

Precursors to Cougs and Their Cubs included a virtual, family bingo night, a Dr. Suess reading day, and a virtual coffee hour for parents to discuss life balance. 

“The events went very well. We received great feedback from those in attendance, and we knew that this was an idea we wanted to pursue on a more regular basis,” said Andrea Jimenez, Global Connections program coordinator, who helped run the precursor events. 

“Both parents and kids involved had a lot of fun at these events, and that was great to see. We’re looking forward to the future Cougs and Cubs events that we have planned and know that it will be a great new addition to our programming here at Global Campus.”

The Global Connections program serves WSU Global Campus students by offering engaging co- and extra-curricular events and activities—free and fully online. Through Global Connections, students can connect with peers and expert presenters via webinars, livestreamed events, activities, academic contests, and more.

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Auraria Campus to host Stanley Cup events – MSU Denver

Aerial view of the Tivoli Student Union and Tivoli Quad.

The Auraria Campus is excited to be the site of the NHL Fan Experience watch parties for all Stanley Cup home and away games. MSU Denver will continue normal business operations but please thoroughly review the information below, plan accordingly and connect with your supervisor on any changes in work modality.

Please stay tuned to the AHEC Avalanche Watch Party announcements page for the latest information.

Watch Party Details

Watch parties for all home and away Stanley Cup 2022 playoff games will be hosted on the Tivoli Quad and are free and open to the public. Attendees can watch the games on giant screens and enjoy food and beverage for purchase. The June 18 event will feature a free concert from 4-5:00 p.m.

The Tivoli Quad will be controlled access and attendees must enter the event via the sidewalk between the PE/Events Center and the Plaza Building. Before attending, please review the event webpage for a full schedule and more details.

Stanley Cup Game Day Schedule and Tivoli Quad Watch Party Start Times

Wednesday, June 15 – 4 p.m.

Saturday, June 18 – 2 p.m.

Monday, June 20 – 4 p.m.

Wednesday, June 22 – 4 p.m.

*Friday, June 24 – TBD

*Sunday, June 26 – TBD

*Tuesday, June 28 – TBD

*If necessary

Campus Access, Flexibility in Course Modalities

Major congestion, road closures and limited campus parking will impact the Auraria campus during all home and away game days. MSU Denver will continue normal business operations, but please plan accordingly and connect with your supervisor on any changes in work modality.

In anticipation of these impacts and closures, faculty members may cancel classes or move to an online modality, if possible, on impacted days. Instructors will need communicate these impacts and resulting instructional changes directly to their students.

Building Access

Several campus buildings will have restricted access on game days.

Wednesday, June 16

  • MSU Denver buildings will be key card access only at the following times: AES: 3:30p, HLC 3:00p, JSSB 5:00p
  • Central, West North Classroom key card access only after 6:30 p.m.
  • All other shared academic buildings key card access only after 6 p.m.
  • Tivoli Student Union Hours: 7 a.m.–6 p.m.
  • Tivoli Starbucks: Remote order pickup will be through the Starbucks Patio on the west end of the Tivoli 2-6 pm
  • The Auraria Library will be open 7:30 a.m.- 3 p.m.

Saturday, June 18

  • All MSU Denver buildings will be key card access only
  • All shared academic buildings key card access only after noon
  • Tivoli Student Union Hours: 8 am–2 pm
  • Tivoli Starbucks: Remote order pickup will be through the Starbucks Patio on the west end of the Tivoli 2-6 pm
  • The Auraria Campus Library will be closed

Monday, June 20

  • All MSU Denver buildings will be key card access only as we are closed in observance of the Juneteenth holiday
  • King Center, Science Building, West Classroom key card access only after 6:30 p.m.
  • All other shared academic buildings key card access only after 5 p.m.
  • Tivoli Student Union Hours: 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
  • Tivoli Starbucks: Remote order pickup will be through the Starbucks Patio on the west end of the Tivoli 2-6 pm
  • The Auraria Library will be open 7:30 a.m – 3 p.m.

More information will be provided regarding remaining games, scheduled for June 22, 24, 26 and 28, at a later date.

Road Closures 

  • Walnut Street will be closed throughout the duration of the series to accommodate equipment, technical and logistical needs.
  • Additional closures include parts of 11th Street, 12th Street and Larimer Street.
  • Road closures go into effect at 3:30 p.m. on event days, except for Saturday when closures will begin at 2:00 p.m.
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*Road closures are marked in red and are subject to change.

Parking

Event organizers anticipate traffic congestion. For anyone who must access campus by car, parking policies remain standard. Students and employees who hold permits can park normally. Vehicles that are registered with the AHEC parking office will not be subject to event-specific parking rates, which begin after 3 p.m. Event rates will be $20 for lots and $25 in Tivoli Garage. Reserving parking spaces in not allowed.

Learn how to register your vehicle and find more information regarding permits, rates and access.

More Information

More information on event operations and schedules, campus closures and transportation will be posted on the AHEC announcements webpage. Follow the Early Bird for more specific information as it becomes available.

As a reminder, please report any incidents or emergencies by phone at 303-556-5000 or text 720-593-TIPS (8477). The Auraria Campus Police Department will provide security and manage traffic.

 

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CITY College visit York to celebrate Europe Campus collaboration

CITY College visit York to celebrate Europe Campus collaboration

Posted on 3 June 2022

Senior leaders from CITY College, University of York Europe Campus in Greece will visit the University next week to celebrate their joint collaborations over the past year.

CITY College, University of York Europe Campus welcomed its first cohort of students in 2021

The University of York established a strategic alliance with CITY College, based in Thessaloniki in Greece, in 2020. The College welcomed its first students in October 2021 under this new alliance, and offers undergraduate, postgraduate, MBA and doctoral programmes leading to a University of York degree.

Senior leaders from CITY College, University of York Europe Campus,  including Yannis Ververidis, President and Principal at CITY College, will tour the University and City, as well as visiting landmarks such as York Minster and Clifford’s Tower, to further their understanding of University research, teaching and the cultural life of the city.

Culture and community

University Vice-Chancellor Professor Charlie Jeffery, said: “We are very much looking forward to welcoming our colleagues from CITY College. Together, we’ll explore the relationship the University has with the local community, the city and the wider region, and help showcase all that York has to offer.  

“We have much to celebrate together, after our first cohort of students joined us last year, and we also have much to look forward to as our alliance continues to develop through joint PhD programmes,a number of research grant proposals, and upcoming summer schools.”

“This visit is about building on our ambition to form new research collaborations, student exchanges and joint education programmes that will benefit communities across Europe.”

Health and wellbeing

CITY College offers a range of courses, including Business Studies, Marketing, Neuropsychology, Computer Science, Human Resources, English Language, Linguistics and Literature and many more. 

The relationship will also see researchers working with colleagues in Greece to further understand a range of health issues, such as the mental health of vulnerable people and age-related health conditions.

Since the establishment of the relationship, the two institutions have co-developed PhD programmes, submitted joint research proposals, and devised student study abroad placements, as well as shared education resources, and delivered public lectures. 

Open doors

The visit will include meeting staff in academic research areas, such as psychology and computer science, to explore further collaborations as well as teaching staff to share experiences and ideas. Discussions will also cover supporting  our joint student community beyond graduation and potential new public-facing events to be hosted by the two institutions in the future.

Yannis Ververidis, President and Principal at CITY College, said: “Working together has, and will continue to, open doors to opportunities for collaboration across Europe. It builds on our shared ambitions of improving the lives of communities at home and abroad.

“Following a successful visit to CITY College from York delegates last year, we hope this return trip will lead to new ventures being formed, improved teaching and learning practices, and build a general excitement about the many things we can achieve by working in partnership.”

Delegates will be visiting York from Monday, 6 June to Thursday, 9 June. To learn more about CITY College, University of York Europe Campus, visit the website

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SU highlights class of 2022 with special ceremonies, events across campus

SU highlights class of 2022 with special ceremonies, events across campus

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As the class of 2022 prepares to graduate this weekend, students reflected on the past four years of their lives and how they grew — academically, personally and emotionally. Syracuse University hosted four events this past weekend to send off graduating seniors, commend their achievements and celebrate the identities they forged along the way.

Indigenous Graduation Celebration
A traditional Haudenosaunee Thanksgiving blessing, “words that come before all else,” began the Indigenous Graduation Celebration on May 7. Translated into English, the blessing reflected key pillars of Indigenous culture: gratitude and humility.

The event highlighted the Indigenous community at SU. The Native Student Program honored 17 graduating seniors, 15 undergraduates and two graduate students, hailing from seven different Indigenous tribes and seven clans.

Maya Swamp, the program’s valedictorian, spoke about the unique challenges of being Indigenous and pursuing a college degree.

Swamp was worried about feeling like an imposter and feared losing touch with her native culture. But as she navigated college, she said that the Native Student Program both affirmed her cultural identity and empowered her to use it for a higher purpose.

“In the creation story, it is said that we are sent to Earth with certain gifts and duties, thrown into our lives to better those around us,” Swamp said. “I found that we were able to use our similarities and differences, our gifts, to complement each other and to create a sense of family and community, connected with each other through an incredible program.”

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As the graduating students walked across the stage, they were recognized by name and degree, along with their tribe and clan. Each was presented with a traditional Haudenosaunee stole and given the choice between two books written by Indigenous authors.

Regina Jones, assistant director of the Native Student Program, emphasized that a college degree represents a great deal more than academic achievement for Indigenous students.

“Many of our students were always told they’d never go to college,” she said. “Pick up a trade, go to work, those are their usual options. The 17 students we are graduating today defied those expectations… Today we celebrate them, their bravery and perseverance.”

Blessing of Students
As seniors prepare to leave campus and their friends, they are also leaving the institutions that offered respite during their stressful college careers. For many seniors, that respite is often found in Hendricks Chapel.

Eighty-five students were recognized in the Blessing of Students ceremony that combined music, prayer and congratulations for all the seniors that will be leaving the university and the Hendricks community.

After Abigail Wood, an SU sophomore, played the organ to welcome students and supporters, Reverend Brian Konkol, the Dean of Hendricks Chapel, spoke proudly of graduating students who worked at the chapel.

“This is a wonderful day, because we have wonderful students,” Konkol said.

Reverend Gerry Waterman, the Catholic chaplain, offered a prayer for seniors, emphasizing their friendship and goals for the future. The prayer then asked for peace within the SU administration and wished well to the family, friends and supporters of the graduating class.

Following Waterman, JoAnn Cooke, the Buddist Chaplain, led the congregation in a guided meditation, asking everyone to imagine an ocean as a metaphor for the possibilities that lay ahead. The Jewish Chaplain, Rabbi Sarah Noyovitz, followed Cooke and sang “Tefilat HaDerech,” or “Traveler’s Prayer.”

Gail Riina, the Lutheran chaplain, emphasized the power of important friendships as graduates begin the next chapter of their lives. Imam Amir Duric, the Muslim Chaplain, gave a poetic, powerful speech to students and asked God to help them on their journeys ahead and bring light to their futures. Lastly, Baptist Chaplain Reverend Devon Bartholomew spoke about two passages from the Bible, 2 Timothy 1:7 and Proverbs 4.

Graduating students were honored with awards as Konkol presented each recipient with a certificate. Each graduate also received a flower from the chapel to represent their time there. Konkol concluded the ceremony with a prayer for the seniors.

“May you have determination to be loyal, the conviction to embody your beliefs, the grit to set and meet your goals, and the resilience to be you,” Konkol said. “May God bless you all, from the spiritual heart of campus to yours, today and always.”

Lavender Graduation
LGBTQ+ students at Syracuse University were honored at this year’s Lavender Graduation, which was the fourth annual event of its kind at SU. The ceremony honored 26 undergraduates, four master’s students and one doctoral student graduate from the class of 2022. To celebrate their graduation, the event included a spoken word performance, speeches of encouragement from SU staff members and an alumni guest speaker.

Jorge Castillo, the director of the LGBTQ Resource Center, kicked off the event with a short explanation of why Lavender Graduation is so significant. Originally an event that began at the University of Michigan in 1995, Lavender Graduations have spread nationally and now occur at almost 250 universities, Castillo said.

“In addition to the immense accomplishment of completing your degree requirements, some of you might have experienced difficulties expressing your gender identities or sexualities,” Callisto said. “So this ceremony is an opportunity to celebrate as your authentic self, and be surrounded by your queer family.”

In doing so, Britt traced the significance of the color lavender through queer history, from originally serving as a color to out queer people to empowering activists at the Stonewall Riots in 1969. The fact that queer students made it to their graduation, Britt said, is a sign of the historic unity and power of the LGBTQ+ community.

“For decades, starting in the early 1900s, the color lavender was used as a way to stigmatize and discriminate against people for suspicions about their sexuality. But, as is typical of those who are oppressed and marginalized, we take the same things people use to demean and belittle us, and we claim ownership of them,” Britt said. “We make those same things our own. We take the ugly and make it beautiful.”

Class of 2022 Launch Party
A scene of SU’s trademark orange and blue, Goldstein Auditorium bubbled with both nostalgia and excitement from graduating seniors. Organized by the Forever Orange Alumni council, the Class of 2022 Launch Party on May 6 marked the end of students’ undergraduate journey, but more importantly, the beginning of a brand new chapter of their lives.

While the celebration was one of remembrance, with special cords given for students to wear at graduation and a photobooth, it also set students up for post-college plans through professional headshots and networking opportunities with successful alumni.

Behind each student was a story of how SU became a place to learn and grow. One graduating senior, Anna Wojcik, looked back on the work she did with her capstone group in her environmental engineering major and how it gave her applicable, real-world experience heading into the workforce. Jessica McGowan, who will receive a degree in civil engineering this weekend, looked back on all the fun moments she had with new friends at Orange After Dark events, and how they helped her acclimate to campus.

But Morgan Eaton, who will receive a degree in citizenship and civic engagement and policy studies, said his biggest takeaway from SU is the relationships he built along the way.

“Everything’s fun when you do it with friends,” Eaton said. “The best part of SU is the people.”

A series of toasts, including a speech by Konkol to graduates about reflecting on and learning from their experiences at SU, ended with the Class Marshalls, Ava Brietbeck and Morgan Storino, as they reminded their peers to make the most out of their last days in Syracuse.

To end the celebration, in true SU fashion, Otto the Orange burst into the crowd to give high fives.

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