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SLU Presents the Social Change and Innovation Conference

On campus here at SLU, we’re surrounded by people who have innovative ideas about making St. Louis better. If you’re one of those people, there’s good news: you may be able to win up to $2,000 to get your idea off the ground.

The Saint Louis University Social Change and Innovation Conference, which takes place January 30 from 10 am -5 pm, seeks to bridge the gap between ideas and implementing them. Participants will gain a broader understanding of social issues, seek to find solutions to social problems, and participate in social change by collaborating with others for a common purpose.

After the conference, students will have the opportunity to apply for a bright idea grant, and have the chance to earn up to $2,000 to help implement their plan and make it a reality.

For more information and to register for the Social Change and Innovation Conference, check out the conference’s website.

First-Year Experience Leadership Applications Available

The first year at college can be a tough time to transition for a lot of people. Luckily, there’s a program filled with absurdly cool people to help alleviate first year hiccups.

The First-Year Experience programs are gearing up for their next selection process. Now is your chance to apply to be a SLU 101 Leader, an Oriflamme Leader, a University 101 Peer Instructor, a Commuter Assistant, or multiple positions.

Come to one of the mandatory information sessions, listed below, and get an application. Applications are due January 29. The information sessions will be held on the following dates:

Thursday, January 21, 2010 BSC 173, 4:00pm

Wednesday, January 27, 2010 BSC 173, 5:00pm

Check out slu.edu/fye for more information. If you have any questions, contact Susan Bertelsmeyer at bertelsl@slu.edu.

The Department of Housing and Residence Life is Recruiting Next Year’s RAs

Resident adviser recruitment process for the 2010-2011 academic year has begun. The Department of Housing and Residence Life is looking for strong student leaders who want to make a difference in residential communities.

We know that every student has great qualities that they would bring to the RA position and we encourage all that are interested to apply. Application information is currently online. Applications are due by December 9. For more information, go to the website or talk to your RA.

Video by the Student Media Production Team

Billiken Buddies Holding Information Sessions on Tuesday

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The Billiken Buddy program is a student volunteer organization overseen by the Office of Undergraduate Admission.

The main purpose of the Billiken Buddy program is to aid the Visit Office in their recruitment of prospective students. Billiken Buddies host prospective students in their residence halls, allow them to shadow class, and give group tours of the campus.

Members will be given the option to pursue leadership opportunities and become eligible to apply for a paid University Ambassador position after one semester of participation in the Billiken Buddy program.

There will be informational meetings Tuesday, November 17 at both 4 and 7 PM. It is only necessary to be in attendance at one meeting. Applications will be available for Spring positions. Further questions should be directed to Vince Penna, at vpenna@slu.edu.

Res Life Recruits RAs for the 2010-2011 Academic Year

Want to impact students’ lives in a very direct way? Check out Res Life’s information on RA recruiting:

Resident Advisor recruitment process for the 2010-2011 Academic year!

The Department of Housing and Residence Life is looking for some strong student leaders that want to make a difference in the residential communities and our recruitment process has begun. We believe that every student has great qualities that they would bring to the RA position and we strongly encourage all that are interested to apply!

All the application info is currently on-line at our department website.  Also come to one of our information sessions! Sessions for Fall 2010 positions:

Monday, November 16, at 12-1 pm in BSC 256

Tuesday, November 17, at 5-6 pm in BSC 256

Wednesday, November 18, at 7-8 pm in BSC 253A and 253D

Thursday, November 19, at 4-5 pm in BSC 256

Friday, November 20, at 4-5 pm in BSC 256

Image by Josh Ribb – Licensed under Creative Commons