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The Great Issues Committee is Now Accepting New Member Applications for the 2010-2011 Academic Year

Published by Colin Shevlin on February 23, 2010 in Leadership and Student Group News. 0 Comments

The Great Issues Committee, the committee of student who bring speakers to SLU, is accepting new member applications for the 2010-2011 school year. You might know them from events such as Bill Nye, Elie Wiesel, Mike Huckabee, and most recently Here’s some more information from the committee:

The Great Issues Committee strives to stimulate insightful, provocative debate on current issues that will inform and educate as a service to the Saint Louis University community. All speakers are meant to engage the community, both within the university and citywide, in a healthy and informative debate and discussion over numerous current issues and events garnering national attention.

This year, was the committee’s most well-attended year in its history, with Elie Wiesel as the biggest event it has ever sponsored.

The committee would like to continue this streak next year, but they need creative and committed students to take the places of the graduating seniors.

Applications are due March 22 and can be accessed through the google doc here or on GIC’s website at gic.slu.edu. Any questions should be directed to gic@slu.edu.

 

SLU Presents the Social Change and Innovation Conference

Published by Colin Shevlin on January 15, 2010 in Leadership, On Campus and Program News. 0 Comments

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

Published by Colin Shevlin on January 14, 2010 in Jobs/Internships, Leadership and Student Development. 0 Comments

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

Published by Colin Shevlin on November 18, 2009 in Jobs/Internships, Leadership, On Campus and Res Life. 0 Comments

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

Published by Colin Shevlin on November 13, 2009 in Leadership and On Campus. 0 Comments

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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.