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| March 6, 2009 |
IN THIS ISSUE:
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 REMINDER to Turn Your Clocks Back Sunday |
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Spring forward Fall Back
It's a graphic reminder about time changes that occur in the United States twice per year.
On Sunday, March 8, 2009 (the second Sunday in March) at 2:00am, Daylight Saving Time begins. Every spring we move our clocks one hour ahead and "lose" an hour during the night and each fall we move our clocks back one hour and "gain" an extra hour.
Click here for more info
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| FINANCIAL AID - STUDENTS URGED TO APPLY NOW |
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STUDENTS URGED TO APPLY NOW FOR FINANCIAL AID
The Financial Aid and Scholarships Office at Boise State University encourages students to apply now for financial aid for the 2009-2010 academic year, as the priority deadline is March 15th, 2009. Students who apply early have the best chance to be eligible for many types of aid and can ensure that their funding is available when school starts in the fall semester.
NOTE:
Please remember that you can estimate your tax information when you first submit your FAFSA, later on you can go back and make corrections when your 2008 tax forms are completed.
Apply today at: www.fafsa.ed.gov
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| Take a 5 Minute Survey; Win an iPod Touch! |
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Tell us what in the world you're thinking!
Based on the survey feedback this past fall, University Dining Services (UDS)
has changed our dining style significantly --- Help us gain the style you would like to see in your dining facilities by filling out this survey!
Win a Free iPod Touch - Take the 5 Minute Survey
Go to: www.college-survey.com/boisestate right now for your chance to win!
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Get BroncoMail Calendar and Contacts
on Your Smartphone Today! |
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Google recently rolled out an enhanced version of Google Sync for use with BroncoMail.
Google Sync allows BroncoMail calendars and contacts to be synchronized over-the-air (OTA) to devices like the Apple iPhone and Windows Mobile smartphones.
Previously, Google only offered over-the-air contact and calendar synchronization for the Blackberry platform.
Google Sync is available free of charge!
If you use Google Sync, be sure to use your full email address as your username, and your Google password (not your BroncoWeb password). Your Google password can be reset if necessary by clicking "Set Your Google" password in the middle of the BroncoMail login page.
More information about downloading, installing and configuring Google Sync can be found on Google's website at
www.google.com/mobile/default/sync.html
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| Job Opening: Peer Advisor |
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Advising & Academic Enhancement (at the Gateway Center) is now accepting applications for Peer Advisors. This is an excellent employment opportunity for motivated students taking 6 or more credits per semester. Students will be required to work a minimum of 15 hours per week and no more than 30 hours per week. This position pays $7.75/hr to start.
Applications will be accepted through April 6, 2009 and employment will begin on May 4, 2009.
To view job description and download application, please visit:
academicsupport.boisestate.edu/employment.shtml#pa
If you have questions prior to submitting your application, please call Mary Breach at (208) 426-4049 or e-mail: mbreach@boisestate.edu.
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| Events Presented by the Student Programs Board |
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MOVIES
BOLT [PG]
Bolt tells the story a dog who plays a heroic dog in a hit TV show and has some trouble recognizing that he doesn't even have superpowers. This becomes something of a hindrance when he is accidentally shipped from Hollywood to New York City. From there he has to make his way home with the help of a manky old cat and an overweight hamster in a plastic ball.
Thursday, March 12th
7:00pm, Special Events Center (SUB)
Free for Students / $1 for Non-students
Free soda and popcorn
*****SNEAK PREVIEW - SEE IT A WEEK BEFORE IT HITS THEATERS!*****
ADVENTURELAND [R]
From the director of Super Bad comes a comedy set in the summer of 1987. Adventureland is centered around a recent college grad who takes a nowhere job at his local amusement park, only to find it's the perfect course to get him prepared for the real world.
Thursday, March 19th
7:00pm, Special Events Center (SUB)
Free for Students / $1 for Non-students
Passes available at the Student Activities Desk
OR download a screening pass at UberDuzi.com
LUNCHTIME CONCERT
SPB Presents:
As seen on Jimmy Kimmel Live: Kalai
Kalai is urban vintage. The Hawaiian Born, Alaska raised, 26 year-old, is an old school young buck with a do anything, anytime, at any level, musical talent. Besides being a lyrical BIGfoot, instrumentally this guy puts the Z in skillz. His music ranges coast to coast with soft ballads, edgy blues, straight jazz, acid jazz, and yeah buddy, a little bit of his own thing. If Dave Mathews, Paul Simon, Ben Harper, James Taylor, John Mayer, Bill Murray (Yes, the comedian.) and Béla Fleck had a baby it would surely be this guy! One might say you have to hear him to believe it, but chances are, even once you do, you won't. Just Listen!
Tuesday, March 17th
12:30pm, Student Union First Floor Dining Room Stage
Free for Everyone
COMEDY
COMEDIAN JEFF DYE!
Jeff Dye is a rising star in the comedy scene who has performed all over the country. In 2007, he won the Giggles 10th Annual Laff Off and took 3rd place in 2006. Jeff was also a semi-finalist in the Seattle International Comedy Competition. Jeff doesn’t use profanity, but his very edgy and creative humor takes you into his mind, an adventure that some have described as a charmingly twisted experience. The winner of SPB's Last Bronco Standing will be opening!
Wednesday, March 11th
7:00pm, Special Events Center (SUB)
Free for Everyone
Bring friends and come early! Seats fill up fast!
COMING SOON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
THE BIGGEST EVENT OF THE YEAR! SPRING FLING '09!
DETAILS COMING SOON
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| Leadership Development Seminar Series |
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Leadership Development Seminar Series: Recruitment and Retention
When: Thursday March 12th
Time: 3:45-5:00pm
Where: Keiser Classroom 102/103
Cost: FREE!!
The Leadership Development Seminar Series is a 7-week series of seminars that will educate student organization officers and on campus student employees.
Sponsored by: Student Activities
Questions? Contact Mahi Takazawa at mahitakazawa@boisestate.edu
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| Choosing a Major |
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Choosing a Major Workshop
Choosing a major that fits for you can be one of the most rewarding experiences for you as a student. Do you have a major in mind? Are you trying to choose between two or more different majors or are you simply undecided?
Advising and Academic Enhancement is offering a FREE major exploration workshop to assist you in this important decision. This workshop is designed to help you learn more about:
- Identifying your interests
- Exploring major/career options
- Developing a plan of action
- Researching your options
Workshop Offerings
Thursday, March 12, 4:00-5:15pm
Wednesday, April 1, 3:30-4:45pm
Tuesday, April 21, 10:00-11:15pm
To sign up for a workshop, please call Advising and Academic Enhancement at (208) 426-4049, or stop by the office at 2055 University Drive, corner of University and Chrisway Drive.
For additional information visit: majorexploration.boisestate.edu
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| Women's Leadership Conference |
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TODAY is the Last Day to register (3/6/2009):
Are you a female student at Boise State interested in learning leadership skills?
Attend the Women's Leadership Conference--a free, one-day event on campus.
The day's agenda includes a panel of prominent Boise women leaders, as well as small group discussions.
Panel members will include:
- Cathy Silak, former Idaho Supreme Court Justice
- Nichole LeFavour, Idaho State Senator
- Keziah Sullivan, Director, International Rescue Committee
- Cheryl Schrader, Dean of Engineering, Boise State University
The conference is Saturday, March 14, 2009 from 9am to 5pm in the Lookout Room in the Student Union Building (3rd floor).
Register online at leadership.boisestate.edu/womensconference.
Contact Mahi Takazawa for more information at (208) 426-2872.
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| Writing Workshops |
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The staff of the Boise State Writing Center is pleased to host a series of writing workshops to address students' common writing concerns. All interested students are invited to attend the workshops, which will take place in the LA Conference Room, 208. No reservations necessary. Call (208) 426-1298 with questions.
About A Thesis
What is it? Where can you get one? What should you do with it?
Join the Writing Center for this workshop about thesis statements and
organization in academic papers.
Monday, March 16, 12:30-1:15pm
Don’t Smite the Cite: Working with Sources in your Writing
Rules are black and white, yet sometimes gray
When it comes to citing in your school essay
According to MLA or APA!
In this workshop we will explore how to integrate relevant sources into a text
while avoiding plagiarism. We will cover basic formatting techniques and tips for
MLA and APA. Students are encouraged to bring specific formatting questions to
this session.
Tuesday, March 17, 4:45-5:30pm
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| Campus Awards Ceremony - Applications Available! |
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Campus Awards Applications Available!
The Campus Awards Ceremony is fast-approaching and applications for various awards are now available. This is your chance to showcase all your club has done this year! The ceremony will take place Wednesday, April 22, and recognizes all student organizations and honors recipients of the following awards:
David S. Taylor Service to Students Award – honors the lifetime achievements of an
outstanding BSU administrator, faculty, advisor, alumni, or employee who demonstrates
ongoing commitment to the service of students.
Marj Billings Award – given to a student who is always ready to assist others, even
in the midst of his or her own turmoil.
Outstanding Student Organization Awards – presented to organizations that have shown
leadership and involvement in the community and at Boise State.
Student Organization Advisor Award – recognizes the efforts of an individual who has made it
possible for student organizations to thrive.
Be sure to check out the application online to learn more and nominate your organization. Also, if you know an individual or advisor who is deserving of one of these awards, please take a moment and nominate them this year. Applications are available online NOW at clubs.boisestate.edu and will be at the Student Activities Desk, Information Desk, and Student Organizations desk soon. The application deadline is Friday, March 20.
For more information, please contact Kara Fink at (208) 426-5951 or karafink@boisestate.edu.
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| Photographic Arts Collective Student Exhibition |
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Photographic Arts Collective Student Exhibition
A new exhibition of work by Boise State's Photographic Arts Collective is up in the Student Union Gallery until March 22. The collective promotes and advocates for students who are interested in photography.
Photographers Erin Shine, Tim Tuttle, Daniel Mortensen, Dave Moe and Nicholas Sutfin strive to innovate through technique and exploration while encouraging dialogue regarding conservation, recycling, personal barriers and ecological innovation.
For more information, visit finearts.boisestate.edu.
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| 1st Annual Energy Policy Institute |
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Are You Interested in Idaho's Energy Future?
Come join us for the 1st Annual Energy Policy Institute Summit
When: March 12th (Thursday)
Time: Presentations begin at 9:00am
Where: Stueckle Sky Center, Boise State University
Cost: FREE!
The Center for Advanced Energy Studies (CAES) and the Office of Energy Resources are pleased to sponsor the 1st Annual Energy Policy Institute Summit. The summit is dedicated to discussing and identifying the current and future energy challenges and opportunities facing the region. Come join state and local legislators, researchers, policy experts, and energy practitioners as you listen and learn more about Idaho’s energy challenges from diverse perspectives.
Speakers will Include:
- John Grossenbacher, Keynote Speaker, Director of Idaho National Laboratory
- Kate Kelly, Idaho State Legislator, Energy Challenges from a State Perspective
- Paul Kjellander, Director of the Idaho Office of Energy Resources, Future Idaho Energy Development Challenges
- Marsha Smith, Idaho Public Utilities Commissioner, Challenges in Regulatory Energy Policy
- Jerry Benson, Chief Operating Officer of the Utah Transit Authority, Policy Nexus of Energy and Transportation: Challenges & Rewards
- Constance White, Director of the Western Renewable Energy Generation Information System, Identification of Renewables & the Challenges of Variable Resources
- Richard Walje, President of Rocky Mountain Power, Challenges from an Electricity Industry Perspective
ADMISSION IS FREE TO THE PUBLIC!
Space is limited, so please REGISTER ONLINE as soon as possible. For more information and to register, please visit www.boisestate.edu/energypolicyinstitute and click on EVENTS.
Questions? Contact Lisa Wennstrom at lisawennstrom@boisestate.edu or (208)283-1834
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| Health, Wellness and Counseling Services |
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March 10
Just Stretch!
This interactive workshop is intended for those who just want to learn to stretch. Whether your time consists of sitting at a computer or training for sports, your body needs to stretch! Flexibility is a key component to injury and pain prevention. Participants will learn several different stretching methods for each of the main muscle groups.
Instructor: Jennifer Aumeier, BS, LMT
When: Tuesday, March 10, 6:30-8:00pm
Where: Farnsworth, SUB
Fee: None
Special Instructions: Please wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing.
Registration: www.boisestate.edu/healthservices/events
March 16
Unleash Your Inner Chef – Kid Friendly Meals For All Of Us!
Prepare tasty, easy dishes that your whole family will enjoy! Busy students with children (or our own inner child) won't want to miss this installment of the popular Unleash Your Inner Chef Series. How we nourish our families is essential to their health and well-being. Learn nutritious and delicious meal and recipe ideas that you can prepare with your kids, fostering good health, good eating habits and great relationships.
Instructor: Campus Dietician
When: Monday, March 16, 6:00-7:30pm
Where: Lookout Room, SUB
Fee: None
Registration: www.boisestate.edu/healthservices/events
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