Monthly Archive for January, 2011

What Good Could You Do with $2K? Social Change and Innovation Conference

Published by Laura Thomson on January 31, 2011 in Awesome Students, General News and On Campus. 0 Comments

With the Bright Idea Grants up to $2K are given to help make innovative student ideas that solve social issues a reality. Look around your community and discover ways to make the lives of others better.

Start now by attending the Social Change and Innovation Conference, the official kick-off to the Bright Idea Grants program. The conference is this Saturday, February 5, 2011 from 10am – 2pm in DuBourg Hall, Sinquefield State Room (4th Floor).

The Social change and Innovation Conference was developed to provide students an opportunity to learn about ways in which they can have a long-lasting impact on their community.

When we serve with others, often we find ourselves wanting to do more. We know this as the Jesuit Value of Magis. The Social Change and Innovation Conference can help you learn how to do more by providing you with the knowledge and opportunity to develop creative long-term solutions to some of the world’s toughest issues.

Visit Bright Idea Grants to apply for a Grant and to find out more details.

 

SLU Karate Classes starting soon!

Published by Laura Thomson on January 31, 2011 in Awesome Students, BSC Activities and General News. 0 Comments

Ever wanted to learn martial arts? Already a martial artist and need a place to work out? Come check out the SLU Karate Club! Started back in 1991, SLU Karate was formed to teach students self-defense while teaching the traditional Korean style Tang Soo Do. Currently both instructors are 3rd degree black belts.

Classes start Monday, January 31, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. in the Simon Recreation Center (Multipurpose Room 1 on the lower level) and will continue every Monday and Thursday, same time. Remember, no experience is necessary! Make sure to wear loose, comfortable workout clothes and come join us for a class. Try the club out for the first 3 weeks and see if you want to join! If you’d like to join the semester dues are only $30.

Questions? Contact Leila Thampy slu.karate.ninja@gmail.com or visit the SLU Karate site.

 

Classes Canceled – January 31 (4 p.m.) to February 2

Published by Laura Thomson on January 31, 2011 in General News. 4 Comments

Update #2: Campus is closed again tomorrow Wednesday, February 2. Please check the 977-SNOW line for more updates.

From the Office of the President:

Due to ongoing inclement weather in St. Louis, the University will be closed on Wednesday, Feb. 2. All classes in St. Louis, including evening classes for Wednesday, are being canceled.

Additionally, all SLUCare operations are also canceled for Wednesday, and SLUCare employees should not report for work.

Only emergency essential personnel, identified by their vice president, should report to work on Wednesday.

For on-campus students, all of the information e-mailed to students yesterday by the vice president for student development remains in effect.

At this time, plans are for the Wednesday evening men’s basketball game between SLU and the University of Massachusetts to be played as scheduled at Chaifetz Arena.

Original article from Monday afternoon:

It looks like the weather is taking a turn for the worse. From Vice President Manoj,

Dear Colleagues,
In response to the various weather forecast reports, and in consultation with the senior administration, we have decided to cancel ALL Classes from 4:00 pm today, January 31 through all day tomorrow, February 1. Please check your e-mail and/or the 977-SNOW line to get the latest information regarding February 2.

During this period, “Essential Personnel” will be expected to report to duty. All other staff and faculty are excused. If you don’t know whether your position is considered “Essential” from Emergency Operations perspective, please consult with your supervisor.

Please be careful on your drive home.

Sincerely,
-Manoj

Stay safe out there.

Update: The Busch Student Center will close today at 4 p.m. and will remain totally closed all day tomorrow, Tuesday, February 1.

Non-threatening snowflake by J. Star – Licensed under Creative Commons

 

First-Year Experience Leadership Selection

Published by Laura Thomson on January 25, 2011 in Awesome Students, BSC Activities, General News and On Campus. 0 Comments

Upperclassmen, do you remember your first days on campus as a SLU student? You were probably excited, nervous, overwhelmed, confused, eager… As an upperclass student who has survived your first semesters at SLU, you can make a difference for incoming students.

Now is your chance to apply to be a SLU 101 Leader, Oriflamme Leader, University 101 Peer Instructor, Commuter Assistant, and/or a Transfer Mentor to help first-year students in their transition to SLU!

Come to one of the following mandatory information sessions to learn more and get an application.

Thursday, January 27, 2011 | 5:00 pm | BSC 352/353
Wednesday, February 2, 2011 | 6:00 pm | BSC 173

Applications are due February 4, 2011. For more information, visit the FYE site or contact Susan Krieg at skrieg2@slu.edu.

 

The University News Seeking Contributors

Published by Laura Thomson on January 25, 2011 in Awesome Students, BSC Activities, General News and UNews. 0 Comments
Jonathan Ernst, Editor-in-chief  of The University News wants you to come help make the UNews even better.
The University News, a student voice of Saint Louis University since 1921, is seeking students interested in writing (News, Arts, Sports, Opinion), design, illustrating and photography.

Any student currently enrolled at Saint Louis University in some capacity is welcome to participate in The University News, regardless of major or area of study.

Our weekly staff meetings take place in our newsroom, BSC Suite 354, every Monday at 5 p.m. At these meetings, the section editors pitch the next week’s stories to the writers, who then choose which story they’ll cover that week. Articles are due every Friday by 5 p.m., unless you’re told otherwise by your editor. Editors are available for consultation about stories during their office hours (posted outside the newsroom), and by appointment.

Students are encouraged to join at any point during the academic year—we’re always looking to expand our staff of writers, photographers, illustrators and designers.

To get in touch with an editor about joining the editorial side of The University News, send an e-mail to eic.unews@gmail.com.