January 13, 2000 

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Need a job? Try CAP
Do you need a job? Try the Community Action Program at Appalachian State University. You can earn $5.75 to $6.50 an hour by working from midnight to 5 a.m. For more information drop by Suite 333 in John E. Thomas Hall, or call 262-2161.

Fund-raising opportunity for organizations
Student organizations interested in fund-raising opportunities: Sell Ecuadoran goods (sweaters, etc.) at a table in the Student Union. Good chance to make money for your club or for a charity. Contact Lee Williams in the Center for Student Involvement and Leadership, 262-6252, or email lee@sister.com for more information about this or other fund-raising opportunities.

Internship Fair today in Student Union
In today's job market, landing a good job right out college takes more than a degree and good grades. Real-life work experience is a must. Internships, volunteering and community service activities can offer you just that. Come to the Internship and Volunteer Fair at Appalachian State University on Thursday, Jan. 13, 2000, from 1 to 4 p.m. in Plemmons Student Union. From science to communications, business to non-profit, we’ll connect you to opportunities to work in professional settings and learn from people who are established in your field of interest. Visit the Career Development Center web site at http://careers.appstate.edu for more information.

Nominations sought for Plemmons Award
The W.H. Plemmons Leadership Medallion, named in honor of Dr. William H. Plemmons who served as the second president of Appalachian State University from 1955 to 1969, was established by the ASU Board of Trustees in 1996. The award was created to recognize the time, energy, skills, and commitment of students, faculty, student development educators and staff who exceed their peers in providing leadership that enrishes the quality of student life and advances the education of students.

Students and university employees are invited to nominate a student or university employee for this award. Nominations may be made in the following categories:

1. A student leader who has provided distinguished leadership above that of other student leaders.
2. A Student Development Educator within the Division of Student Development for meritorious leadership in his or her work to enrish the quality of student life and learning.
3. A member of the faculty who has provided meritorious leadership through his or her work with student clubs or organizations, or work that enriches the quality of student life and learning outside the classroom.
4. An employee of Appalachian State University upon showing that he or she has provided meritorious leadership which has significantly enriched the quality of student life and learning outside the classroom.

The process for selecting recipients will be as follows:

1. A seven-member committee appointed by the Chancellor will solicit and review nominations and recommend recipients of the W.H. Plemmons Leadership Medallion to the Chancellor who will submit the recommendations to the Board of Trustees for their review and approval.
2. The committee will screen the nominations and seek relevant supporting information concerning nominees chosen for further consideration.
3. This process will take place annually and leadership medallions will be awarded during the Fall Semester Convocation. It is understood that the medallion is intended to recognize meritorious leadership and may not be awarded each year.
4. Nomination forms may be obtained in the Office of Student Development, B.B. Dougherty Administration Building, or from the Faculty/Staff Resources Section of the Appalachian Homepage.
5. Nominations for this award will be accepted until Feb. 16, 2000. All nominations should be sent to the Office of Student Development. Nominations should not be sent electronically.

For additional information, contact Barbara W. Daye, Chair of the W.H. Plemmons Medallion Committee, at 262-2060.

Financial Aid Information Fair Jan. 27
The Office of Financial Aid will sponsor its 2nd annual Financial Aid Information Fair on Thursday, Jan. 27, in the Plemmons Student Union from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m.

The fair will provide information regarding applying for financial aid for summer 2000, fall 2000 and spring 2001. Special procedures for study abroad will also be available. Representatives from many of the financial institutions that service student loans will be available to discuss their services with students.

Orientation leaders for Phase 1 sought
The Office of General Studies will seek applications for Student Orientation Leaders through Feb. 4.  This is a paid position, $1,200.00, room and some meals provided.  Employment dates are: June 25 - July 29;  Aug. 13-14;  Jan. 3-4, 2001.  If you are interested in this leadership position, pick up an application between 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. in 154 Rankin Hall or go on-line to www.appstate.edu/www_docs/gstudies for a printable application. An information session for these positions will also be held on Monday,  Jan.  24, at 5:30 p.m., in MacRae Peak Room, Plemmons Student Union.

Service award nominations sought
The Alumni Affairs Office is seeking nominations for the Outstanding Service Awards, which recognize individuals for their exceptional service to the  university.  Examples of outstanding service are:  serving on any board or council dedicated to the progress of Appalachian State University, assisting with alumni functions or related university events, promoting Appalachian in the community through teaching or fund raising, providing financial support, and contributing time or energy to the betterment and development of Appalachian.  Candidates may not be current Appalachian employees or on the alumni council.  The awards will be presented at the Spring Fling Awards Banquet on April 28, 2000.  The nomination deadline is Jan. 27.  Please call the Alumni Affairs Office at 2038 for a nomination form.

Fluency Support Group set for Feb. start
The Communication Disorders Clinic at Appalachian State University is pleased to announce the formation of a Fluency Support Group.  This group is for those who experience a communication disorder called “stuttering”. The group is open to anyone, regardless of age, who stutters.  The purpose of the group is to provide anyone who is experiencing a fluency disorder with intervention, support, and a chance to interact with and meet those who have similar concerns.  There is no charge for participation in the group.  The group will meet the first and third Tuesdays of the month, beginning in February.  Meetings will be in room 123 in Edwin Duncan Hall on the ASU campus.  Meetings will begin at 6:30 p.m. and last approximately 1 to 1 1/2 hours.   If you would like additional information about this group or would like to sign up to attend, please contact Cathy Davis at (828)262-3092 or e-mail at daviscn@appstate.edu.

MLK program scheduled for Tuesday
Appalachian State University’s annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration Program is scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 18, at 7 p.m. in the Grandfather Mountain Ballroom of Plemmons Student Union. The guest speaker is Kevin Powell, perhaps best known for his stint on the first year of MTV’s successful docu-soap “The Real World.” Powell is also known for his work as cultural critic with Vibe magazine and as the author of the recently pubished and critically acclaimed collection of essays, “Keepin’ It Rreal--Post MTV Reflections on Race, Sex, and Politics.” The Black Gospel Choir will render selections during the program. The MLK Commemoration is cosponsored by the offices of Multicultural Student Development and Cultural Affairs.

Spring Diversity Series to kickoff Jan. 25
The Appalachian State Univesity Diversity Series will begin Tuesday, Jan. 25, at 5 p.m. in the Multicultural Center in Plemmons Student Union. The first program, “Myths and Stereotypes of Differently Abled Individuals,” will expose audience members to learning, physical and mental disabilities that members of our community have. It is a goal that attendees will leave this session with a better understanding of the challenges that differently abled individuals face and things each of us can do to address myths and stereotypes that are held about differently abled people.

Other Diversity Series programs are:

“Let My People Go: The Trials of Bondage in Words of Master and Slave,” an original theatre piece based on petitions to southern county courst and state legislatures during the time of slavery. The piece is a production of theTouring Theatre Ensemble of North Carolina. The program will be in the Linville Falls Room of Plemmons Student Union, Feb. 3, 7 p.m.

“Examining Myths and Stereotypes,” Tuesday, Feb. 29, 5 p.m., in the Multicultural Center of Plemmons Student Union.

Turtle Vision, Inc. Native American history, storytelling, drumming, flute playing and dancing. Time, date and location to be announced.

“Religion, Faith and Spirituality,” Tuesday, March 28, Multicultural Center, 5 p.m.

“”Intercultural Communication,” Tuesday, April 18, Multicultural Center, 5 p.m.

Assessment Day schedule set
The Spring Assessment "Focus" Day will be held Thursday, Jan. 20. All classes for undergraduate students are canceled until 5:00 p.m. that day.  Undergraduate classes that start at 5:00 p.m. or later that day will meet as scheduled. Graduate level classes are held as scheduled all day.

Internship Fair Today!
Still looking for some real world experience to give you the competitive edge when you graduate? Here’s the perfect chance! Appalachian’s Internship and Volunteer Fair ? today only! Representatives from a wide variety of fields will be on hand to discuss opportunities to work and gain invaluable experience in professional settings. Drop by Grandfather Mountain Ballroom in Plemmons Student Union today, Jan. 13, between 1 ? 4 p.m. Don’t miss out!

Orientations for online career accounts
Learn all the important details of setting up an online career account, making an online resume and using your account to participate in on-campus recruiting by attending one of a Career Development Center orientation session in January.

Day  Date Time  Location
Wednesday  Jan. 19 noon-1 p.m. 1013 Raley Hall
Thursday Jan. 20 3:30-5 p.m. 1012 Raley Hall
Monday  Jan. 24 noon-1 p.m. Roan Mountain Room
Tuesday  Jan. 25 noon-1 p.m. Roan Mountain Room
Wednesday Jan. 26 noon-1 p.m. 1013 Raley Hall

Career Development Offers Giveaway
January 29 is Career Day  at Appalachian’s home Basketball game against Chattanooga. Stop by the Career Development booth at the game and enter our drawing for a free Valentines Day dinner for two! You may enter your name by either dropping off an updated resume or signing up with our free online career account system—The ball is in your court!

Summer Camp Job Fair scheduled
Interested in working at a summer camp? Camp representatives from  across the country will be excited to meet you on Tuesday, Feb. 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Plemmons Student Union. Not sure about the tremendous benefits this kind of work experience can offer? Drop by the student union on Monday, Feb. 7, from 7 to 9 p.m. for an informative presentation.

JobFest 2000 is Coming!
Don’t miss the Career Development Center’s first comprehensive job fair of the new millenium! More than 50 companies will be anxious to “size you up” as a new employee on Tuesday, March 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Broyhill Inn & Conference Center. All majors encouraged to participate. Visit the CDC web site at http://careers.appstate.edu for more information.

Education Career Fair
Education majors: Don’t forget the next education career fair on March 27, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Broyhill Inn & Conference Center. Visit the CDC web site at http://careers.appstate.edu for more information.

Career Development Workshop Series
The CDC is sponsoring a series of free career development workshops on Tuesdays this Spring. Each “Take-Charge Tuesday” session will be held in Room 387, John Thomas Hall, 3 - 4 p.m.  The following is a list of session dates and topics to be discussed:

Date  Topic
1/25   Graduate School
2/1  Résumé Writing
2/8   Job Search: Getting Started
2/15   Interviewing
2/22    Creating an Online Portfolio
2/29   Salary Negotiation
3/21   Internships
3/28   Résumé Writing
4/4   Behavioral Interviews
4/11   Job Searching on the Internet
4/18   Financing 1st Year out of College

Water safety, first aid classes available
Openings for students in the following classes exist. The call number, class number, class title, day and time are as follows:

14326, PE 1530-101, Advanced Swimming, M-W, 8-8:50
13659, PE 3090-101, Water Safety Instructor, MWF, 11-11:50
12994, HP 3100-103, First Aid & CPR, MWF, 8-8:50
12996, HP 3100-105, First Aid & CPR, MWF, 9-9:50
12999, HP 3100-111, First Aid & CPR, TWTH, 3-4:50 (Please note this last class only lasts for a half of the semester, until March 1.)
 
 

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