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Appalachian News, offcial University News and Announcements, appears in each issue of the paper. Basic information, including hours and a short description of your program will be included under each listing. Copy must be submitted at least 8 days prior to the issue it is to appear in. Send copy to David W. Freeman, Director of Student Publications, Center for Student Involvement and Leadership, 2nd Floor, W.H. Plemmons Student Union. Appalachian News is a service of the Division of Student Development.
| Growth/Counseling Groups | Walk
for Awareness
Whitney Elizabeth Hunter Scholarship |
These counseling and psychological Services Center groups are designed to provide growthful experiences for both students who want to resolve specific concerns and those who want to improve relationship abilities and feel better about themselves.
Below are brief descriptions of various groups offered at the center and meeting times. Groups meet weekly and are generally limited to 6-8 people. To arrange to participate in a group or for more information, contact the Counseling and Psychological Services Center at 262-3180.
Three Group Times - Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.; Tuesdays, 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
Members explore patterns of relating to self and others with the aim of developing greater understanding and acceptance of themselves and others. Presenting issues vary widely from depression, anxiety, issues of family conflict or abuse, etc. Students who want to resolve specific concerns as well as those seeking personal growth are welcome.
Mondays, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
This group is for students diagnosed with ADD. Issues to be explored may include strategies for coping with ADD in class and in relationships, medication problems, study, organizational strategies, and staying on track.
Thursdays, 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
This group is for students with concerns about their body image and negative feelings about self. Individuals who are engaging in or recovering from bulimia or anorexia are welcome. The group will include information, education, support, and counseling activities that address eating disorders, negative body image, and low self esteem.
Tuesdays, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Meeting Place: Equity Office
This group is an opportunity for gay, lesbian, and bi-sexual students as well as those who are questioning their sexual orientation to come together. Issues to be explored may include sexuality, relationships, homophobia, coming out, plus any other areas of interest or concern.
Mondays, 4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
A group offering support, therapy, and information for those who have experienced any negative effects from trauma of a sexual nature including sexual abuse, sexual assault, or sexual harassment.
Friday, October 17, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, October 19, 4:30 p.m.
This group will be a 20 hour intensive therapeutic experience for those who are committed to enhancing knowledge and acceptance of self, improving styles of relating to self and others, and overcoming problems or blocks that limit personal potential.
For information, contact the Counseling and Psychological Services Center at 262-3180.
The Visiting Writers Series for the fall semester will be held in the Plemmons Student Union. For more information, call 262-2979 or 265-0393. Book sales and signings will follow each reading. Dates and writers are:
The Multicultural Center and Residence Life are looking for students interested in becoming "Diversity Advocates." As Diversity Advocates, students will participate in training sessions, facilitate diversity-related programs and discussions, and mediate cross-cultural conflicts. If you are willing to grow in your understanding of difference and want to promote diversity on campus, this position may be for you. Applications are available at the Center for Student Involvement and Leadership, 2nd floor Plemmons Student Union. Applications are due by 5 p.m. on September 8. Please direct questions to Myra Garnes at 262-6252.
The Eighth Annual Walk For Awareness will be held Sept. 2, at 9 p.m. The walk commemorates the tragic murder of Jeni Grey and makes a statement of caring and commitment about the Appalachian community. Those participating should meet at the steps of the B.B. Dougherty Administrative Building. The walk will then proceed to the Jones House in downtown Boone. Please bring candles or flashlights. The walk is silent, a time for comitment, thinking and introspection. White ribbons will be distributed to all partipants to wear the next day. A resolution board will be placed in the Student Union on Wednesday, Sept. 3, and Thursday, Sept. 4, from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. for individuals or groups to place resolutions. For more information, contact Barbara Daye at 262-2060.
The Counseling and Psychological Services Center will present "Lunch With Uncle Sigmund" on Mondays at noon in the New River Room in Plemmons Student Union. Center staff will present informtion and lead discussions on psychoeducational topics. Topics and dates for September are:
Call the Counseling Center at 262-3180 for more information.
Eligible undergraduates who have completed their freshman year are encouraged to apply for the Whitney Elizabeth Hunter Memorial Scholarship. The award carries a $1,000 annual stipend and is renewable provided a 3.0 GPA is maintained. Applicants must have a 3.) GPA overall, have taken at least one Honors class at Appalachian, and be a participant in theater and broadcasting, or student government activities at the state or campus level. Financial need is taken into account in the awarding of this scholarship. Applications are available in the University Honors office, Coffey Hall, or the Dean's Office, College of Fine and Applied Arts, Wey Hall. Application deadline is Sept. 15. For more information call the Honors Office at 262-2083.
The Community Action Program (formerly known as Residence Hall Security) has job openings for interested students at Appalachian State University. The hours you must work are 12 a.m. midnight to 5 a.m. Students can create their schedule, study while they work. Starting pay is $5.35 per hour with raises each semester. For more information, call 262-2161.
Fall semester operating hours for the Student Health Service at Appalachian State University are:
The Health Service opens at 8:20 a.m. on Tuesdays
To inquire about immunization records, call the immunization secretary at 262-6578 from 8 a.m. to noon, and 1 to 4 p.m.
After-hours Clinic Monday-Friday 4 p.m. to midnight
The Health Service is closed between the hours of midnight and 8 a.m. If you have an emergency while the Health Service is closed, please contact University Police at 262-2150 or report to the Watauga Medical Center Emergency Room.
The Appalachian State University Student Government Association needs senators. If you are interested, there will be an information session on Sept. 3 at 7 p.m. in the Watauga River Room of the Plemmons Student Union. Nominations will be accepted starting today, Aug. 20. The nominating period ends Sept. 5. Senate elections will be held Sept. 9 and 10. There will be a mandatory Senate training session on Sept. 11. The first Senate meeting will be Sept. 16. Nomination forms are available in the SGA office, 2nd floor, Plemmons Student Union.
The Appalachian State University Theatre & Dance Department will hold auditions for the following productions. For more information, contact the department at 262-3028.
August 25 and 26, 7 p.m., Valborg Theatre, for Kindertransport
Belk Library will observe the following schedule for Labor Day break:
The Multicultural Center Diversity Series will present a panel discussion, "African-American Unity on Campus," on August 27. Panelists will include Dr. Thalia Coleman, Ms. Nakia Hardy, Mr. Fernando Little, Ms. Zondra Lynch, Mr. Chris Townsend, and Mr. Harry Williams. The discussion will be in Room 112, Plemmons Student Union, at 6:00 p.m.
Career Counseling: The Peer Career Center is open for students to stop by and work on making good career decisions. No appointments are required. Hours are:
Outreach Programs: The Peer Career staff is also available to present other programs to your classes, organizations, teams, or residence halls. Various programs and activities are available to assist in learning about oneself, the world of work, and decision making. Call 262-2029 for more information.
Internet: Visit us on the Internet at http://www.appstate.edu/www_docs/students/peer/web.html
15 reasons students gave for going on a co-op assignment
Interested? Join us for one of our information sessions with returning co-op students at one of these locations and times: Tuesday, September 2, 6:00 p.m., 224 I.G. Greer Wednesday, September 3, 6:00 p.m., 224 I.G. Greer Or stop by the Cooperative Education office, Room 100, I.G. Greer, 262-4891.
All continuing graduate and undergraduate International Students in either F1 or J1 visa category need to attend a mandatory meeting on September 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the I.G. Greer Auditorium. Please feel free to contact Bob White at 262-2811 for additional information.
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