ABC Weekly Email (03-30-08)
03/30/2008 05:30 PM
Dear ABC Clubs,
We know that you guys have all been busy working on budgets for the next year so you don't have much time, but take a look at what's in this e-mail.
Thanks to everyone who's already turned in their budgets. For those that haven't, remember that they need to be signed by your rep and have a constitution attached. There's a 5% penalty for late allocations, so we're expecting to see a lot of you this evening at our table on the ramp lounge. We've been there all weekend and it is starting to feel like home.
Good luck and enjoy the warming weather!
Samantha John and Scott St. Marie
ABC ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. ALLOCATIONS
2. PRE-CALENDARING TOMORROW
3. KING'S CROWN LEADERSHIP AWARDS NOMINATIONS
STUDENT GROUP EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. 5TH ANNUAL RELAY FOR LIFE
2. CWBS LEADING WOMEN IN BUSINESS CONFERENCE
3. OUC INTERFAITH ART SHOW
4. COLUMBIA SCIENCE REVIEW CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
5. ART OF COMMUNITY CAMPAIGN
6. WIKIPEDIA PHOTO SCAVENGER HUNT
7. CHESS CLUB SIMUL EXHIBITION WITH ALEXANDRA KOSTENIUK
8. DAYS ON CAMPUS ACTIVITY FAIR
9. CU SPEAKOUT
10. COMMUNITY IMPACT FELLOWSHIP FUND
11. GLEE CLUB STARTS ANEW
12. BLUE KEY SOCIETY SPELLING BEE
13. OUC FILM SERIES: HINDUISM AND THE MATRIX
14. NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE TRADING FLOOR TOUR
15. FEMINISM AND MULTICULTURALISM 101: A TEACH-IN
16. OSCAR LEE SYMPOSIUM OF UNDERGRADUATE EAST ASIAN STUDIES
17. FOURTH ANNUAL CU NATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE FILM FESTIVAL
18. GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP PANEL
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ABC ANNOUNCEMENTS
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1. Allocations due TONIGHT!
This is a reminder that Budget Allocation Forms for 2008-2009 are due by 11:59 pm tonight to the ABC box that will be on the Lerner ramps, as well as emailed to abc_exec@columbia.edu.
We will be tabling at Lerner Ramp Table 3 all day today until midnight to answer any questions you might have regarding allocations. A 5% penalty will be assessed on late allocation submissions; you can find more detailed instructions and information in the forms.
You MUST get your rep to sign off on your allocation forms; if you cannot make your rep's tabling time make sure to arrange an alternate time to meet up so he or she can approve your packet. Your rep is your greatest resource and ally during allocation season; they are the ones who advocate for you and tell us about what your group has accomplished over the year, as well as what you would like to achieve in the future.
Recommended Resources:
* Figure out who your ABC rep is
* What your group received for 2007-2008
* ABC funding guidelines
* Groups in debt
* Dually-recognized groups
* Club Constitutions
If you have any questions regarding the deadline or any of the forms, email your ABC rep or the ABC Exec board at abc_exec@columbia.edu.
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2. Pre-Calendaring TOMORROW
Pre-Calendaring for Fall 2008 starts Monday, 3/31/08 @ 9am till Monday, 4/14/08 @ 12pm.
Please see Pre-Calendaring documents attached…the Word Document is the Pre-Calendaring procedural info and date timelines; the pdf attachment is the Pre-Calendaring form…both documents are attached together and available to students at the University Event Management office. Please print out some Pre-Cal info/forms for the recognized student groups as well…there are also some copies available at UEM that you may pick up too. Completed forms, signed-off by Advisor, can be submitted by student rep in person to UEM, 7th floor Lerner Hall during Pre-Calendaring OR submitted online via the Lerner Hall website, www.columbia.edu/cu/lernerhall …website will be active for Pre-Cal requests at 9am sharp, Monday morning, 3/31/08.
When forms are hand-submitted to UEM, they will be time-stamped here; when submitted online, they are automatically time-stamped.
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3. King's Crown Leadership Awards
Hello, everyone. Just wanted to enlist some of you in helping to spread the word for the King's Crown Leadership Awards. Web elections are live and end on March 31st. We have a new award this year – the Community Builder Award. Please include the KCLA website in your emails and encourage your friends and colleagues to submit nominations. www.kingscrown.info. We want you guys to win lots of awards, so get nominating!
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STUDENT GROUP EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
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1. 5th Annual Relay for Life
What: Relay For Life at Columbia University
When: Saturday April 12th, 2008
Time: 12pm Noon to 3am
Where: Low Plaza and the entire center of campus
So, talk to your group! We?re aiming to have every organization represented on April 12th. To form your team, select a team captain and register. Then, recruit members from your club to join you in the fight against cancer. We would love to have your group join us this year in another amazing event with live performances, on-site activities, and amazing prizes.
Here is how to do it:
1) Go to the website
2) SIGN UP as either a team captain or join an existing team
3) Join us at Relay for Life on April 12th for tons of fun and great memories
This year, Columbia will be hosting a Monopoly themed relay, in which we encourage all teams to come out in their "boardwalk best" to celebrate, remember, and fight back. So go get all your friends together and form a team for a great cause.
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2. Columbia Women's Business Society Presents The "Leading Women in Business" Conference
The Columbia Women's Business Society will host a business leadership conference featuring prominent women as speakers and panelists. Panel discussions in areas such as finance, entrepreneurship, non-profit, media, and others will be featured in addition to keynote speakers Deborah Fine, President of I-Village properties, and a soon-to-be announced finance speaker.
When: Saturday, April 5th 2008; 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Where: The Princeton Club of New York
15 West 43rd Street
(between 5th and 6th Avenues)
New York, NY 10036
Who: All are welcome
Price: CUID: $15, Non-CUID: $25
How: Buy tickets online or at the Ticket and Information Center located in Lerner Hall lobby next to Cafe 212. Ticket and Information Center hours are Monday - Saturday from 12 pm - 9 pm and Sunday from 3 pm - 9 pm.
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3. Office of the University Chaplain Interfaith Art Show
CALLING ALL STUDENT ARTISTS!
The Office of the University Chaplain is hosting an INTERFAITH ART SHOW from April 11 - April 24 in St. Paul's Chapel on Columbia University's Morningside Campus. We are looking for 2-D wall mountable art submissions that reflect the individual's religious experience and perceptions of faith and spirituality. Please confirm your participation by Friday, March 29.
If you have any questions please contact Ruhi Shamim.
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4. Columbia Science Review Call for Articles
Columbia Science Review is a science publication that is printed once a semester with the goal to promote awareness and knowledge of science and technology. This vision may sound very broad for a student group to achieve, but CSR presents unique opportunities for student authors from Columbia University and its affiliate institutes. The background of the authors vary from 1st year undergraduate students to advanced students in Graduate School of Arts and Science, School of Journalism, and Columbia University Medical Center.
CSR is an open platform (meaning we accept articles on any topic related to math and science!) for student authors to present scientific articles written in an easily accessible and concise style with precise scientific integrity in content. Articles should be written in easy language so that minimal background knowledge is needed to understand them, especially because CSR is meant to be read by all Columbia community members from students to faculty members, humanities majors to astrophysicists.
The final deadline for articles for Columbia Science Review's Spring 2008 issue is March 30th. Articles can be about a range of topics, but must be related to math or science in some way and written for the general public. Please check our website for more details, or email csrinfo@columbia.edu with any questions.
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5. Art of Community Campaign
The hotly rumored arts intiative springing from your undergraduate student councils is finally breaking out of its shell. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to artistically express yourself and Columbia!
The Art of Community Campaign
The Art of Community Campaign, started from the conversations and ideas of the CC'09 Class Council, is a month long effort to engage the community in answering the question of "What does it mean to be a part of Columbia?" Consisting of four unique events, the campaign aims to prompt dialogue in Columbians on what it means to be a part of our community. Supported and endorsed now by all four undergraduate councils, the Art of Community Campaign represents a united effort aimed to build our community through the use of its vibrant arts culture.
The Community Service (April 3rd; Low Memorial Library Plaza)
With this opening project of the Art of Community Campaign we're going to be working with the Double Discovery Center to involve the community beyond Columbia's gates. With shared canvas and paint, students and community youth will work together on Low Plaza to create an image of community. With food and t-shirts, we hope to draw a crowd and involve as many hands as possible in painting a picture of community.
The Variety Show (April 12th; Roone Arledge Auditorium)
Working with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions "Perspectives on Diversity" Weekend, the campaign is hosting a night of student performances to showcase the performance art culture of the Columbia Community. Student groups will perform in front of an audience of prospective and current students with a goal of creating a dynamic between current and future Columbians.
The Exhibit (April 19th-May 3rd; Low Memorial Library Rotunda)
Looking back on our vibrant history, we're working with the University Archives to create a historical exhibit examining how the Columbia Community has changed from its early days until now. Held in the Low Rotunda for two weeks, the exhibit will have an opening reception where student and alumni will be given the opportunity to talk about what Columbia means to them. We want to provide students with the tools to examine the present of Columbia in the context of its past.
The Art on the Steps (April 26th; Low Memorial Library Plaza)
This is a great event with which we're hoping to allow the community to really examine and expose itself to itself with its own art. Through various avenues we're going to be giving members of the Columbia Community the means to make a piece of art to express how they feel about Columbia. These masterpieces will then be collected and displayed as we plaster Low Steps to create a greater canvas for the entire community. The Plaza will really become a community gallery as the "Art on the Steps" is joined by other art acquired throughout the month long campaign and with the help of Tablet and the Postcrypt Art Gallery.
ACC Planning Committee meetings are every Sunday 6pm in the SGO, 5th floor Lerner. It's not too late join! Also, feel free to contact us with any questions or ideas!
This is an endeavor endorsed and supported by CCSC, ESC, SGA, GSSC, and the CPI.
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6. Wikipedia Takes Manhattan: Photo Scavenger Hunt!
Date: Friday, April 4
Time: Begins 11:30 AM
Location: Meet at the Sundial for assignments and registration
On Friday, April 4th, join Free Culture @ NYU and Free Culture @ Columbia on a quest to get the best shots of NYC. Bring your camera and a way to get around town for the biggest scavenger hunt in Free Culture's history.
All photos will be uploaded to the Wikimedia Commons for inclusion into Wikipedia articles about NYC that need photos. We've got hundreds of locations, sites, and things to document for Wikipedia and it should be a really fun day.
Each member of the winning team will receive an iPod shuffle loaded with Creative Commons music! Second and third place teams will win copies of "Wikipedia, The Missing Manual" donated by O'Reilly.
Register online!
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7. Chess Club Simultaneous Exhibit
The Columbia Chess Club is proud to be hosting an event with Alexandra Kosteniuk, chess grandmaster from Russia, on Sunday Aprili 13 at 12 PM on Low Plaza. Similar to last year's event with Hikaru Nakamura, Alexandra will be playing 30 chess players simultaneously. If you would like to participate, email csm2115@columbia.edu. Otherwise, see you there!
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8. Day on Campus Activities Fair
Does your student group want to generate interest from members of the newly admitted Class of 2012 before they even arrive on campus? TheDays on Campus Student Activities Fair is the time do it!!
Days on Campus (DOC) is a program hosted by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for the newly admitted Class of 2012. It is an opportunity for the entire Columbia community to celebrate the admission of these students as they make their final decisions in the college selection process. As student activity leaders, you are crucial to the Columbia undergraduate experience, and so we invite you to join us in welcoming our newly admitted students to campus.
The 2008 Days on Campus Activities Fairs will be held in the Roone Arledge Auditorium from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm on the following dates: (Please note that student groups must arrive by 12:30 pm to set up.)
* Sunday, April 6, 2008 - Columbia College Days on Campus #1
* Friday, April 11, 2008 - SEAS Days on Campus
* Sunday, April 13, 2008 - Columbia College Days on Campus #2
If you would like to have your group represented at one or all of the dates above, please respond by e-mail to Lauren Minches by Friday, April 4th with the following information:
* Full name and acronym (if applicable) of student group
* Full name(s) of student representative(s) who will be attending the fair
* E-mail address and cell phone number for student representative(s)
* Special needs (ie: floor space for dancers, near an outlet for music groups, etc.)
* Please indicate which Activities Fairs you wish to attend - you are welcome to attend all 3!
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9. CU SpeakOUT
My Zone is Safe to Talk about LGBTQ Issues.
Challenge homophobia and heterosexism on campus. Become a visible ally. Display the CU SpeakOUT symbol on campus.
Sign up online!
What is CU SpeakOUT?
CU SpeakOUT is an educational program that will cultivate a network of visible and supportive allies to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning (LGBTQ) individuals and the LGBTQ community here at Columbia University. CU SpeakOUT members indicate their support by hanging a CU SpeakOUT sign or magnet on their residence hall or office door or by wearing a lapel pin, button, t-shirt, etc. This program is a component of the broader Office of Multicultural Affairs Diversity Education and Training programming that addresses multiple identities. CU SpeakOUT raises awareness about LGBTQ issues and concerns, while also developing communication and advocacy skills.
Why CU SpeakOUT?
In our spring 2007 assessment of the Columbia community, LGBTQ individuals reported that there is tolerance but not acceptance of LGBTQ concerns as well as a lack of visible safe space. Students also reported they were not able to find supportive staff and faculty and conversations and education were not occurring inside and outside of the classroom. This assessment and a number of recent campus studies have also reported that many potential allies do not know how to have conversations about LGBTQ concerns and often avoid the subject and even LGBTQ individuals for fear of being inadvertently homophobic. The New Member session is a direct response to this as it develops communication skills for LGBTQ allies while the public identification of allies will help provide visible safe space.
Most importantly, we would love your participation in this new program. We will be offering numerous sessions this spring.
Upcoming Sessions (Lunch/Dinner Provided):
April 3, 12-2:30pm
April 16, 7-9:30pm
April 21, 5-7:30pm
April 25, 12-2:30pm
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10. Community Impact Fellowship Fund
We are delighted to announce The Community Impact Fellowship Fund. As part of a gift from the University Provost, Community Impact has allocated $20,000.00 for the sole purpose of funding summer internship opportunities for Columbia University students. Community Impact, a non-profit located on Columbia University's campus, houses 25 different direct care community service programs under its umbrella, involves more than 900 student volunteers, and serves over 8,500 residents of Morningside Heights, Washington Heights, Manhattanville and Harlem annually.
The fund for Summer 2008 will be as follows:
1. Community Impact Summer Internship Fund
* Awarded to returning Columbia or Barnard students for a minimum of 8 weeks of work with a New York City non-profit
* Includes a $3,000.00 stipend plus housing
2. Community Impact Summer Fellows
* Awarded to Columbia or Barnard students who want to work part-time, 10 hours per week on and implement a project within Community Impact
* Includes a $1,000.00 stipend
The fund is open to all returning Columbia and Barnard students. Visit http://www.columbia.edu/cu/ci/newsletter/index.html to find the required application and employer verification forms.
Please email ciexecs@columbia.edu with any questions.
The deadline for the applications is Sunday, March 30, 2008 by midnight, but employment must only be verified with the Employment Verification Form by April 20, 2008. Feel free to apply even if you have not already secured the internship, but please indicate on the application whether the internship has been secured.
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11. Glee Club Starts Anew!
Hey, Everyone!
So due to some recent changes beyone anyone's forseeable control, the GLEE CLUB has a really cool opportunity for all you singers out there!!!
The Glee Club is looking for new leadership and new members to come in and take the Glee Club to the next level! By joining, you'll have an opportunity to:
1. Hold leadership positions and help forge the direction of the Glee Club in the coming semesters (including this one!)
2. Perform in an April concert with a professional accompanist!
3. Choose musical styles and perform SOLO NUMBERS! (Broadway, traditional Glee, classical, contemporary, you name it!)
4. REDEFINE GLEE!
Kate Owen, the externally-hired music director for the group, is ready to guide and assist the new group members, but this club is open and ready for YOU to take the reins! Don't be shy! Come sing your lungs out!
1. REHEARSALS: Mondays & Wednesdays 8:15-10:00pm (it is not required that you attend all rehearsals, though you are encouraged to attend as many as possible.
2. WHERE: 622 Dodge Hall (6th Floor, turn right off the elevator)
3. WHO: All voice types, all interest levels, ANYONE who wants to have fun and SING!
4. WHY: Because awesome people do awesome things, and, let's face it, you just might be cool enough to pull this off!
Feel free to just show up and say hi to Kate starting THIS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4, 2008. Feel free to reply to this e-mail with any questions or for more info.
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12. Blue Key Society Spelling Bee
Looking for a fun and different way to help your community? Want your club to have a part in the biggest new event on campus?
Blue Key Society is sponsoring a campus wide SPELLING BEE!!! Prove your superiority (and innate geeky-ness) by competing!!! Any group or club can participate.
Why: Half of the proceeds will go to support the NYC Center for Animal Care & Control, while the other half will go to the charity of the winning group's choice.
When: 6:00-9:00pm Saturday April 5th, 2008
Where: Wien Lounge
How: Each organization will register one group of people who wish to participate in the spelling competition (maximum 20 members per group). They will represent the entire organization or if you anticipate that more than 20 people will be interested, please contact bluekey@columbia.edu for further instructions…
Round One: Each group will participate in a lightening round to find the representative for your group
Round Two: All semifinalists will compete in a bracket (Dems vs. Republicans etc), March Madness style
Round Three (Finale): The last representatives standing will fight it out in a sudden death round to determine the ultimate CU Spelling Bee Champion!!
How much: Minimum Donation of $30 Per Group (Presented at the day of the Spelling Bee in cash or check)
Perks: FREE FOOD will be provided for every eliminated group member and the Champion will receive an IPOD TOUCH!!!!
Just email us to register, then start fundraising and training!
This is a great way to have a fun community event and support your cause...Come out and support a new and fun tradition at Columbia!
All the support we can get counts--please do not hesitate to ask any questions you may have via email!!
Thanks for your interest!
Blue Key Society
email: bluekey@columbia.edu
P.S. We will be using rules from the Scripps National Spelling Bee
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13. OUC Film Series Presents: Hinduism and the Matrix
Religious/Spiritual Parallels and Symbolism in Cinema: Hinduism and The Matrix
We’ll examine film segments and discuss the parallels between an ancient spiritual tradition, Hinduism, and the modern sci-fi film, The Matrix. Together we will analyze how theology and practice are intertwined with the film’s characters, the dialogue and the plot.
Date: Tuesday, April 1
Time: 7-9pm
Location: Dodge Room – Earl Hall, Columbia University
Discussion led by Gadadhara Pandit Dasa, Hindu Religious Life Advisor at Columbia University.
Discussion and screening are free. Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP to oucfilmseries@columbia.edu. For additional information, please contact 212.854.4194.
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14. New York Stock Exchange Trading Floor Tour
Friday, April 4th at New York Stock Exchange on 11 Wall Street
Women's International Business Council presents a tour of the trading floor at New York Stock Exchange for undergraduates students interested in career or internship opportunities. Come out and explore the various roles at the exchange both on and off the trading floor. All majors are welcome.
Interested individuals should email a copy of their resume to vw2144@columbia.edu. Spaces are limited, so be sure to submit early.
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15. FEMINISM and MULTICULTURALISM 101: A TEACH-IN
Wednesday, April 2nd, 7:30-9:30 in Ella Weed (Milbank Hall)
What's Feminism? What's multiculturalism? How do they intersect, contradict each other, support each other?
Hear a panel of activists and professors from a variety of fields talk about this from their perspectives, and then join in conversation with them, followed by delicious food!
///Sponsored by Students for Choice, Progressive Jewish Alliance, Dimensions, Productive Outreach for Women///
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16. OSCAR LEE SYMPOSIUM OF UNDERGRADUATE EAST ASIAN STUDIES
Friday, April 18 // 1-4 PM // Kent 403
www.eastasiasymposium.org
Panels:
1:15 Youth & Sex in China: Literary and Cultural Perspectives
2:10 Facing the Challenges of Development in East Asia
3:20 Negotiating Minority Identities in Language and Film
The Oscar Lee Symposium is a half-day conference of three panels on topics of relevance to East Asia presented by undergraduates, for undergraduates. The Symposium aims to facilitate the study and interdisciplinary understanding of East Asia through a collaborative review and presentation process. Visit our website for information on our individual presenters and their abstracts.
Please RSVP to eastasiasymposium@gmail.com by Wednesday, April 16.
Co-sponsored by APAAM, AAA, CCLBA, CJS, CSC, CUAI, JPS, KSA, SEAL, SIU, SGB, and SOC
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17. Fourth Annual Columbia University National Undergraduate Film Festival
DO YOU LIKE FILMS?
You're invited to attend the 4th Annual Columbia University National Undergraduate Film Festival -- the "Sundance Film Festival of undergraduate filmmaking" – from 7-10 PM on Saturday, April 5th. Featuring surprise hosting by Gossip Girl cast and esteemed judges from the filmmaking community, this is an event not to be missed.
Just $3 gets you in, and includes a screening of the top 11 selected short films from a pool of hundreds of student filmmakers from around the country, an awards ceremony determining who will receive over $1500 worth of prizes, and last but not least, a full three-course meal!
A $5 VIP ticket gets you all that, plus entrance into a raffle for an iPod nano.
To purchase tickets online, click here. Tickets are also on sale now at the Lerner Box Office.
Get one before they're sold out!
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18. Global Citizenship Panel
Columbia Students for International Service (CSIS) presents: "Global Citizenship"
Kwame Anthony Appiah, University Professor of Philosophy, Princeton University, discusses global ethics, cosmopolitanism, and the responsibilities and obligations of our shared humanity.
April 2nd, 6 to 7:30pm
Roone Arledge Cinema, Lerner Hall
Food will be provided before the lecture.
Questions? Email: csis-eboard@columbia.edu
Sponsored by the CCSC, ESC, GSSC, and SGA.
--
Samantha M. John
Secretary, Activities Board at Columbia
SEAS Class of 2009
Columbia University
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If you would like to publicize one of your organization’s events, please email us no later than 12pm Sunday.
We know that you guys have all been busy working on budgets for the next year so you don't have much time, but take a look at what's in this e-mail.
Thanks to everyone who's already turned in their budgets. For those that haven't, remember that they need to be signed by your rep and have a constitution attached. There's a 5% penalty for late allocations, so we're expecting to see a lot of you this evening at our table on the ramp lounge. We've been there all weekend and it is starting to feel like home.
Good luck and enjoy the warming weather!
Samantha John and Scott St. Marie
ABC ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. ALLOCATIONS
2. PRE-CALENDARING TOMORROW
3. KING'S CROWN LEADERSHIP AWARDS NOMINATIONS
STUDENT GROUP EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. 5TH ANNUAL RELAY FOR LIFE
2. CWBS LEADING WOMEN IN BUSINESS CONFERENCE
3. OUC INTERFAITH ART SHOW
4. COLUMBIA SCIENCE REVIEW CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
5. ART OF COMMUNITY CAMPAIGN
6. WIKIPEDIA PHOTO SCAVENGER HUNT
7. CHESS CLUB SIMUL EXHIBITION WITH ALEXANDRA KOSTENIUK
8. DAYS ON CAMPUS ACTIVITY FAIR
9. CU SPEAKOUT
10. COMMUNITY IMPACT FELLOWSHIP FUND
11. GLEE CLUB STARTS ANEW
12. BLUE KEY SOCIETY SPELLING BEE
13. OUC FILM SERIES: HINDUISM AND THE MATRIX
14. NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE TRADING FLOOR TOUR
15. FEMINISM AND MULTICULTURALISM 101: A TEACH-IN
16. OSCAR LEE SYMPOSIUM OF UNDERGRADUATE EAST ASIAN STUDIES
17. FOURTH ANNUAL CU NATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE FILM FESTIVAL
18. GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP PANEL
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ABC ANNOUNCEMENTS
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1. Allocations due TONIGHT!
This is a reminder that Budget Allocation Forms for 2008-2009 are due by 11:59 pm tonight to the ABC box that will be on the Lerner ramps, as well as emailed to abc_exec@columbia.edu.
We will be tabling at Lerner Ramp Table 3 all day today until midnight to answer any questions you might have regarding allocations. A 5% penalty will be assessed on late allocation submissions; you can find more detailed instructions and information in the forms.
You MUST get your rep to sign off on your allocation forms; if you cannot make your rep's tabling time make sure to arrange an alternate time to meet up so he or she can approve your packet. Your rep is your greatest resource and ally during allocation season; they are the ones who advocate for you and tell us about what your group has accomplished over the year, as well as what you would like to achieve in the future.
Recommended Resources:
* Figure out who your ABC rep is
* What your group received for 2007-2008
* ABC funding guidelines
* Groups in debt
* Dually-recognized groups
* Club Constitutions
If you have any questions regarding the deadline or any of the forms, email your ABC rep or the ABC Exec board at abc_exec@columbia.edu.
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2. Pre-Calendaring TOMORROW
Pre-Calendaring for Fall 2008 starts Monday, 3/31/08 @ 9am till Monday, 4/14/08 @ 12pm.
Please see Pre-Calendaring documents attached…the Word Document is the Pre-Calendaring procedural info and date timelines; the pdf attachment is the Pre-Calendaring form…both documents are attached together and available to students at the University Event Management office. Please print out some Pre-Cal info/forms for the recognized student groups as well…there are also some copies available at UEM that you may pick up too. Completed forms, signed-off by Advisor, can be submitted by student rep in person to UEM, 7th floor Lerner Hall during Pre-Calendaring OR submitted online via the Lerner Hall website, www.columbia.edu/cu/lernerhall …website will be active for Pre-Cal requests at 9am sharp, Monday morning, 3/31/08.
When forms are hand-submitted to UEM, they will be time-stamped here; when submitted online, they are automatically time-stamped.
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3. King's Crown Leadership Awards
Hello, everyone. Just wanted to enlist some of you in helping to spread the word for the King's Crown Leadership Awards. Web elections are live and end on March 31st. We have a new award this year – the Community Builder Award. Please include the KCLA website in your emails and encourage your friends and colleagues to submit nominations. www.kingscrown.info. We want you guys to win lots of awards, so get nominating!
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STUDENT GROUP EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
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1. 5th Annual Relay for Life
What: Relay For Life at Columbia University
When: Saturday April 12th, 2008
Time: 12pm Noon to 3am
Where: Low Plaza and the entire center of campus
So, talk to your group! We?re aiming to have every organization represented on April 12th. To form your team, select a team captain and register. Then, recruit members from your club to join you in the fight against cancer. We would love to have your group join us this year in another amazing event with live performances, on-site activities, and amazing prizes.
Here is how to do it:
1) Go to the website
2) SIGN UP as either a team captain or join an existing team
3) Join us at Relay for Life on April 12th for tons of fun and great memories
This year, Columbia will be hosting a Monopoly themed relay, in which we encourage all teams to come out in their "boardwalk best" to celebrate, remember, and fight back. So go get all your friends together and form a team for a great cause.
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2. Columbia Women's Business Society Presents The "Leading Women in Business" Conference
The Columbia Women's Business Society will host a business leadership conference featuring prominent women as speakers and panelists. Panel discussions in areas such as finance, entrepreneurship, non-profit, media, and others will be featured in addition to keynote speakers Deborah Fine, President of I-Village properties, and a soon-to-be announced finance speaker.
When: Saturday, April 5th 2008; 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Where: The Princeton Club of New York
15 West 43rd Street
(between 5th and 6th Avenues)
New York, NY 10036
Who: All are welcome
Price: CUID: $15, Non-CUID: $25
How: Buy tickets online or at the Ticket and Information Center located in Lerner Hall lobby next to Cafe 212. Ticket and Information Center hours are Monday - Saturday from 12 pm - 9 pm and Sunday from 3 pm - 9 pm.
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3. Office of the University Chaplain Interfaith Art Show
CALLING ALL STUDENT ARTISTS!
The Office of the University Chaplain is hosting an INTERFAITH ART SHOW from April 11 - April 24 in St. Paul's Chapel on Columbia University's Morningside Campus. We are looking for 2-D wall mountable art submissions that reflect the individual's religious experience and perceptions of faith and spirituality. Please confirm your participation by Friday, March 29.
If you have any questions please contact Ruhi Shamim.
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4. Columbia Science Review Call for Articles
Columbia Science Review is a science publication that is printed once a semester with the goal to promote awareness and knowledge of science and technology. This vision may sound very broad for a student group to achieve, but CSR presents unique opportunities for student authors from Columbia University and its affiliate institutes. The background of the authors vary from 1st year undergraduate students to advanced students in Graduate School of Arts and Science, School of Journalism, and Columbia University Medical Center.
CSR is an open platform (meaning we accept articles on any topic related to math and science!) for student authors to present scientific articles written in an easily accessible and concise style with precise scientific integrity in content. Articles should be written in easy language so that minimal background knowledge is needed to understand them, especially because CSR is meant to be read by all Columbia community members from students to faculty members, humanities majors to astrophysicists.
The final deadline for articles for Columbia Science Review's Spring 2008 issue is March 30th. Articles can be about a range of topics, but must be related to math or science in some way and written for the general public. Please check our website for more details, or email csrinfo@columbia.edu with any questions.
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5. Art of Community Campaign
The hotly rumored arts intiative springing from your undergraduate student councils is finally breaking out of its shell. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to artistically express yourself and Columbia!
The Art of Community Campaign
The Art of Community Campaign, started from the conversations and ideas of the CC'09 Class Council, is a month long effort to engage the community in answering the question of "What does it mean to be a part of Columbia?" Consisting of four unique events, the campaign aims to prompt dialogue in Columbians on what it means to be a part of our community. Supported and endorsed now by all four undergraduate councils, the Art of Community Campaign represents a united effort aimed to build our community through the use of its vibrant arts culture.
The Community Service (April 3rd; Low Memorial Library Plaza)
With this opening project of the Art of Community Campaign we're going to be working with the Double Discovery Center to involve the community beyond Columbia's gates. With shared canvas and paint, students and community youth will work together on Low Plaza to create an image of community. With food and t-shirts, we hope to draw a crowd and involve as many hands as possible in painting a picture of community.
The Variety Show (April 12th; Roone Arledge Auditorium)
Working with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions "Perspectives on Diversity" Weekend, the campaign is hosting a night of student performances to showcase the performance art culture of the Columbia Community. Student groups will perform in front of an audience of prospective and current students with a goal of creating a dynamic between current and future Columbians.
The Exhibit (April 19th-May 3rd; Low Memorial Library Rotunda)
Looking back on our vibrant history, we're working with the University Archives to create a historical exhibit examining how the Columbia Community has changed from its early days until now. Held in the Low Rotunda for two weeks, the exhibit will have an opening reception where student and alumni will be given the opportunity to talk about what Columbia means to them. We want to provide students with the tools to examine the present of Columbia in the context of its past.
The Art on the Steps (April 26th; Low Memorial Library Plaza)
This is a great event with which we're hoping to allow the community to really examine and expose itself to itself with its own art. Through various avenues we're going to be giving members of the Columbia Community the means to make a piece of art to express how they feel about Columbia. These masterpieces will then be collected and displayed as we plaster Low Steps to create a greater canvas for the entire community. The Plaza will really become a community gallery as the "Art on the Steps" is joined by other art acquired throughout the month long campaign and with the help of Tablet and the Postcrypt Art Gallery.
ACC Planning Committee meetings are every Sunday 6pm in the SGO, 5th floor Lerner. It's not too late join! Also, feel free to contact us with any questions or ideas!
This is an endeavor endorsed and supported by CCSC, ESC, SGA, GSSC, and the CPI.
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6. Wikipedia Takes Manhattan: Photo Scavenger Hunt!
Date: Friday, April 4
Time: Begins 11:30 AM
Location: Meet at the Sundial for assignments and registration
On Friday, April 4th, join Free Culture @ NYU and Free Culture @ Columbia on a quest to get the best shots of NYC. Bring your camera and a way to get around town for the biggest scavenger hunt in Free Culture's history.
All photos will be uploaded to the Wikimedia Commons for inclusion into Wikipedia articles about NYC that need photos. We've got hundreds of locations, sites, and things to document for Wikipedia and it should be a really fun day.
Each member of the winning team will receive an iPod shuffle loaded with Creative Commons music! Second and third place teams will win copies of "Wikipedia, The Missing Manual" donated by O'Reilly.
Register online!
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7. Chess Club Simultaneous Exhibit
The Columbia Chess Club is proud to be hosting an event with Alexandra Kosteniuk, chess grandmaster from Russia, on Sunday Aprili 13 at 12 PM on Low Plaza. Similar to last year's event with Hikaru Nakamura, Alexandra will be playing 30 chess players simultaneously. If you would like to participate, email csm2115@columbia.edu. Otherwise, see you there!
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8. Day on Campus Activities Fair
Does your student group want to generate interest from members of the newly admitted Class of 2012 before they even arrive on campus? TheDays on Campus Student Activities Fair is the time do it!!
Days on Campus (DOC) is a program hosted by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for the newly admitted Class of 2012. It is an opportunity for the entire Columbia community to celebrate the admission of these students as they make their final decisions in the college selection process. As student activity leaders, you are crucial to the Columbia undergraduate experience, and so we invite you to join us in welcoming our newly admitted students to campus.
The 2008 Days on Campus Activities Fairs will be held in the Roone Arledge Auditorium from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm on the following dates: (Please note that student groups must arrive by 12:30 pm to set up.)
* Sunday, April 6, 2008 - Columbia College Days on Campus #1
* Friday, April 11, 2008 - SEAS Days on Campus
* Sunday, April 13, 2008 - Columbia College Days on Campus #2
If you would like to have your group represented at one or all of the dates above, please respond by e-mail to Lauren Minches by Friday, April 4th with the following information:
* Full name and acronym (if applicable) of student group
* Full name(s) of student representative(s) who will be attending the fair
* E-mail address and cell phone number for student representative(s)
* Special needs (ie: floor space for dancers, near an outlet for music groups, etc.)
* Please indicate which Activities Fairs you wish to attend - you are welcome to attend all 3!
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9. CU SpeakOUT
My Zone is Safe to Talk about LGBTQ Issues.
Challenge homophobia and heterosexism on campus. Become a visible ally. Display the CU SpeakOUT symbol on campus.
Sign up online!
What is CU SpeakOUT?
CU SpeakOUT is an educational program that will cultivate a network of visible and supportive allies to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning (LGBTQ) individuals and the LGBTQ community here at Columbia University. CU SpeakOUT members indicate their support by hanging a CU SpeakOUT sign or magnet on their residence hall or office door or by wearing a lapel pin, button, t-shirt, etc. This program is a component of the broader Office of Multicultural Affairs Diversity Education and Training programming that addresses multiple identities. CU SpeakOUT raises awareness about LGBTQ issues and concerns, while also developing communication and advocacy skills.
Why CU SpeakOUT?
In our spring 2007 assessment of the Columbia community, LGBTQ individuals reported that there is tolerance but not acceptance of LGBTQ concerns as well as a lack of visible safe space. Students also reported they were not able to find supportive staff and faculty and conversations and education were not occurring inside and outside of the classroom. This assessment and a number of recent campus studies have also reported that many potential allies do not know how to have conversations about LGBTQ concerns and often avoid the subject and even LGBTQ individuals for fear of being inadvertently homophobic. The New Member session is a direct response to this as it develops communication skills for LGBTQ allies while the public identification of allies will help provide visible safe space.
Most importantly, we would love your participation in this new program. We will be offering numerous sessions this spring.
Upcoming Sessions (Lunch/Dinner Provided):
April 3, 12-2:30pm
April 16, 7-9:30pm
April 21, 5-7:30pm
April 25, 12-2:30pm
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10. Community Impact Fellowship Fund
We are delighted to announce The Community Impact Fellowship Fund. As part of a gift from the University Provost, Community Impact has allocated $20,000.00 for the sole purpose of funding summer internship opportunities for Columbia University students. Community Impact, a non-profit located on Columbia University's campus, houses 25 different direct care community service programs under its umbrella, involves more than 900 student volunteers, and serves over 8,500 residents of Morningside Heights, Washington Heights, Manhattanville and Harlem annually.
The fund for Summer 2008 will be as follows:
1. Community Impact Summer Internship Fund
* Awarded to returning Columbia or Barnard students for a minimum of 8 weeks of work with a New York City non-profit
* Includes a $3,000.00 stipend plus housing
2. Community Impact Summer Fellows
* Awarded to Columbia or Barnard students who want to work part-time, 10 hours per week on and implement a project within Community Impact
* Includes a $1,000.00 stipend
The fund is open to all returning Columbia and Barnard students. Visit http://www.columbia.edu/cu/ci/newsletter/index.html to find the required application and employer verification forms.
Please email ciexecs@columbia.edu with any questions.
The deadline for the applications is Sunday, March 30, 2008 by midnight, but employment must only be verified with the Employment Verification Form by April 20, 2008. Feel free to apply even if you have not already secured the internship, but please indicate on the application whether the internship has been secured.
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11. Glee Club Starts Anew!
Hey, Everyone!
So due to some recent changes beyone anyone's forseeable control, the GLEE CLUB has a really cool opportunity for all you singers out there!!!
The Glee Club is looking for new leadership and new members to come in and take the Glee Club to the next level! By joining, you'll have an opportunity to:
1. Hold leadership positions and help forge the direction of the Glee Club in the coming semesters (including this one!)
2. Perform in an April concert with a professional accompanist!
3. Choose musical styles and perform SOLO NUMBERS! (Broadway, traditional Glee, classical, contemporary, you name it!)
4. REDEFINE GLEE!
Kate Owen, the externally-hired music director for the group, is ready to guide and assist the new group members, but this club is open and ready for YOU to take the reins! Don't be shy! Come sing your lungs out!
1. REHEARSALS: Mondays & Wednesdays 8:15-10:00pm (it is not required that you attend all rehearsals, though you are encouraged to attend as many as possible.
2. WHERE: 622 Dodge Hall (6th Floor, turn right off the elevator)
3. WHO: All voice types, all interest levels, ANYONE who wants to have fun and SING!
4. WHY: Because awesome people do awesome things, and, let's face it, you just might be cool enough to pull this off!
Feel free to just show up and say hi to Kate starting THIS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4, 2008. Feel free to reply to this e-mail with any questions or for more info.
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12. Blue Key Society Spelling Bee
Looking for a fun and different way to help your community? Want your club to have a part in the biggest new event on campus?
Blue Key Society is sponsoring a campus wide SPELLING BEE!!! Prove your superiority (and innate geeky-ness) by competing!!! Any group or club can participate.
Why: Half of the proceeds will go to support the NYC Center for Animal Care & Control, while the other half will go to the charity of the winning group's choice.
When: 6:00-9:00pm Saturday April 5th, 2008
Where: Wien Lounge
How: Each organization will register one group of people who wish to participate in the spelling competition (maximum 20 members per group). They will represent the entire organization or if you anticipate that more than 20 people will be interested, please contact bluekey@columbia.edu for further instructions…
Round One: Each group will participate in a lightening round to find the representative for your group
Round Two: All semifinalists will compete in a bracket (Dems vs. Republicans etc), March Madness style
Round Three (Finale): The last representatives standing will fight it out in a sudden death round to determine the ultimate CU Spelling Bee Champion!!
How much: Minimum Donation of $30 Per Group (Presented at the day of the Spelling Bee in cash or check)
Perks: FREE FOOD will be provided for every eliminated group member and the Champion will receive an IPOD TOUCH!!!!
Just email us to register, then start fundraising and training!
This is a great way to have a fun community event and support your cause...Come out and support a new and fun tradition at Columbia!
All the support we can get counts--please do not hesitate to ask any questions you may have via email!!
Thanks for your interest!
Blue Key Society
email: bluekey@columbia.edu
P.S. We will be using rules from the Scripps National Spelling Bee
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13. OUC Film Series Presents: Hinduism and the Matrix
Religious/Spiritual Parallels and Symbolism in Cinema: Hinduism and The Matrix
We’ll examine film segments and discuss the parallels between an ancient spiritual tradition, Hinduism, and the modern sci-fi film, The Matrix. Together we will analyze how theology and practice are intertwined with the film’s characters, the dialogue and the plot.
Date: Tuesday, April 1
Time: 7-9pm
Location: Dodge Room – Earl Hall, Columbia University
Discussion led by Gadadhara Pandit Dasa, Hindu Religious Life Advisor at Columbia University.
Discussion and screening are free. Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP to oucfilmseries@columbia.edu. For additional information, please contact 212.854.4194.
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14. New York Stock Exchange Trading Floor Tour
Friday, April 4th at New York Stock Exchange on 11 Wall Street
Women's International Business Council presents a tour of the trading floor at New York Stock Exchange for undergraduates students interested in career or internship opportunities. Come out and explore the various roles at the exchange both on and off the trading floor. All majors are welcome.
Interested individuals should email a copy of their resume to vw2144@columbia.edu. Spaces are limited, so be sure to submit early.
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15. FEMINISM and MULTICULTURALISM 101: A TEACH-IN
Wednesday, April 2nd, 7:30-9:30 in Ella Weed (Milbank Hall)
What's Feminism? What's multiculturalism? How do they intersect, contradict each other, support each other?
Hear a panel of activists and professors from a variety of fields talk about this from their perspectives, and then join in conversation with them, followed by delicious food!
///Sponsored by Students for Choice, Progressive Jewish Alliance, Dimensions, Productive Outreach for Women///
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16. OSCAR LEE SYMPOSIUM OF UNDERGRADUATE EAST ASIAN STUDIES
Friday, April 18 // 1-4 PM // Kent 403
www.eastasiasymposium.org
Panels:
1:15 Youth & Sex in China: Literary and Cultural Perspectives
2:10 Facing the Challenges of Development in East Asia
3:20 Negotiating Minority Identities in Language and Film
The Oscar Lee Symposium is a half-day conference of three panels on topics of relevance to East Asia presented by undergraduates, for undergraduates. The Symposium aims to facilitate the study and interdisciplinary understanding of East Asia through a collaborative review and presentation process. Visit our website for information on our individual presenters and their abstracts.
Please RSVP to eastasiasymposium@gmail.com by Wednesday, April 16.
Co-sponsored by APAAM, AAA, CCLBA, CJS, CSC, CUAI, JPS, KSA, SEAL, SIU, SGB, and SOC
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17. Fourth Annual Columbia University National Undergraduate Film Festival
DO YOU LIKE FILMS?
You're invited to attend the 4th Annual Columbia University National Undergraduate Film Festival -- the "Sundance Film Festival of undergraduate filmmaking" – from 7-10 PM on Saturday, April 5th. Featuring surprise hosting by Gossip Girl cast and esteemed judges from the filmmaking community, this is an event not to be missed.
Just $3 gets you in, and includes a screening of the top 11 selected short films from a pool of hundreds of student filmmakers from around the country, an awards ceremony determining who will receive over $1500 worth of prizes, and last but not least, a full three-course meal!
A $5 VIP ticket gets you all that, plus entrance into a raffle for an iPod nano.
To purchase tickets online, click here. Tickets are also on sale now at the Lerner Box Office.
Get one before they're sold out!
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18. Global Citizenship Panel
Columbia Students for International Service (CSIS) presents: "Global Citizenship"
Kwame Anthony Appiah, University Professor of Philosophy, Princeton University, discusses global ethics, cosmopolitanism, and the responsibilities and obligations of our shared humanity.
April 2nd, 6 to 7:30pm
Roone Arledge Cinema, Lerner Hall
Food will be provided before the lecture.
Questions? Email: csis-eboard@columbia.edu
Sponsored by the CCSC, ESC, GSSC, and SGA.
--
Samantha M. John
Secretary, Activities Board at Columbia
SEAS Class of 2009
Columbia University
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STUDENT GROUP EVENTS AND
ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. ENGINEERING STUDENT COUNCIL PARTNERSHIP NETWORK
2. 5TH ANNUAL RELAY FOR LIFE
3. 2008 YEARBOOK LOOKING FOR CLUB PHOTOS
4. TAKE PART IN COLUMBIA COMMUNITY OUTREACH 2008!
5. CU GOSPEL CHOIR- MUSICIANS AND SINGERS WANTED
6. RIA MOVIE NIGHT- 12
7. DAYS ON CAMPUS ACTIVITIES FAIR
8. CWBS LEADING WOMEN IN BUSINESS CONFERENCE
9. MARTIN SCORSESE'S THE DEPARTED... THE ORIGINAL- TONIGHT!
10. PRE-LAW SOCIETY GAP YEAR PANEL
11. TAAL PRESENTS: NAACH NATION VI
12. OUC INTERFAITH ART SHOW
13. COLUMBIA SCIENCE REVIEW CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
14. OPS DISCUSSION ON THE RESULTS OF THE PAKISTANI ELECTION-TONIGHT!
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STUDENT GROUP EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
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1. Engineering Student Council Partnership Network
The Engineering Student Council Partnership Network was created in Fall 2005 to facilitate collaboration between engineering-related student groups, as well as provide support for these groups from the ESC to complement existing support from the various governing boards (ABC, SGB, CI, CSGB, IGC). There is currently an effort to revive the ESC Partnership Network, beginning with a compilation of resources to assist group leaders, and potentially a reception or other large meeting with all groups participating in the network.
The ESC is currently seeking input from engineering student groups regarding what resources would be most useful in the successful operation and management of these clubs. All suggestions and interested groups should contact the ESC Vice President, Intergroup, Dan Wong.
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2. 5th Annual Relay for Life
What: Relay For Life at Columbia University
When: Saturday April 12th, 2008
Time: 12pm Noon to 3am
Where: Low Plaza and the entire center of campus
So, talk to your group! We?re aiming to have every organization represented on April 12th. To form your team, select a team captain
and register at events.cancer.org/RFLcolumbiauniversityNY. Then, recruit members from your club to join you in the fight against
cancer. We would love to have your group join us this year in another amazing event with live performances, on-site activities, and amazing prizes.
Here is how to do it:
1) Go to the website events.cancer.org/RFLcolumbiauniversityNY
2) SIGN UP as either a team captain or join an existing team
3) Join us at Relay for Life on April 12th for tons of fun and great memories
This year, Columbia will be hosting a Monopoly themed relay, in which we encourage all teams to come out in their "boardwalk best" to
celebrate, remember, and fight back. So go get all your friends together and form a team for a great cause.
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3. Yearbook Photos Needed!
The 2008 Columbian Yearbook is looking for club photos of recognized student groups for the Organizations section of this year's book. We would like to have one 'group shot' and at least one 'candid shot' of some exciting event from this year to put in the book. These photos can be ones that you submit to us, or we have photographers who can come to events or meetings to take the photos. IN ORDER TO BE REPRESENTED IN THE BOOK, WE NEED THESE PHOTOS ASAP! Our deadlines have been changed and this section will be submitted much sooner than anticipated.
If you already have photos you'd like to submit, please submit them to CUyearbookphotos@gmail.com. Please include your club name in the email. If you need a staff photographer to come take a photo, please contact Cliff Massey directly.
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4. Take part in COLUMBIA COMMUNITY OUTREACH 2008!
Want to escape the endless cycle of the library, class, and the mirror? Want to make a difference? Lend a hand to your fellow New Yorkers on March 29 by participating in Columbia's annual day of community service, CCO.
CCO is a single day event that involves almost 1,000 members of the Columbia community. Old friends come together and new friends are made as teams of students venture out into the city and give back to the community that gives so much to us. Plus, you can also count on free food, free t-shirts and a memorable experience.
To learn more about CCO and to REGISTER online, check out: www.columbia.edu/cu/outreach.
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5. CU Gospel Choir - Musicians and Singers wanted!
CUGC is looking for musicians to form a band. So if you play the piano, guitar or any brass instrument please contact Sean Peters.
We are also inviting everyone interested in singing gospel music to join. We strongly encourage tenors and basses to try out.
The repertoire for this semester includes Spirituals, contemporary and traditional gospel pieces by popular gospel artists. Anyone who is interested should contact Tareva Johnson or come to one of our weekly rehearsals:
Wednesdays, 7:30 - 9pm in the Choir Room of St. Paul's Chapel
Fridays, 5:30pm – 7pm in 573 Lerner Hall
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6. Russian International Association Movie Night
MOVIE NIGHT, Thursday, February 28, 2008 @ 7
Film: "Twelve." 12 is a new film by Nikita Mikhalkov. The film was presented at the Venice Film Festival, where Mikhalkov was awarded the Special Lion for Overall Work. 12 is currently nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.
Russian language only.
Starring: Nikita Mikhalkov, Sergei Makovetsky, Valentin Gaft, Alexei Petrenko, Yuri Stoyanov, Mikhail Efremov.
Synopsis: The jury decides whether a young Chechen boy is guilty in the murder of his stepfather, a Russian military officer.
Trailer
Showing in a comfortable Roone Arledge Cinema, Lerner Hall.
IMPORTANT: If you do not attend Columbia University, please RSVP by Tuesday, February 26th, in order to be granted access to Lerner Hall.
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7. Day on Campus Activities Fair
Does your student group want to generate interest from members of the newly admitted Class of 2012 before they even arrive on campus? TheDays on Campus Student Activities Fair is the time do it!!
Days on Campus (DOC) is a program hosted by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for the newly admitted Class of 2012. It is an opportunity for the entire Columbia community to celebrate the admission of these students as they make their final decisions in the college selection process. As student activity leaders, you are crucial to the Columbia undergraduate experience, and so we invite you to join us in welcoming our newly admitted students to campus.
The 2008 Days on Campus Activities Fairs will be held in the Roone Arledge Auditorium from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm on the following dates: (Please note thatstudent groups must arrive by 12:30 pm to set up.)
* Sunday, April 6, 2008 - Columbia College Days on Campus #1
* Friday, April 11, 2008 - SEAS Days on Campus
* Sunday, April 13, 2008 - Columbia College Days on Campus #2
If you would like to have your group represented at one or all of the dates above, please respond by e-mail to Lauren Minches by Friday, February 29th with the following information:
* Full name and acronym (if applicable) of student group
* Full name(s) of student representative(s) who will be attending the fair
* E-mail address and cell phone number for student representative(s)
* Special needs (ie: floor space for dancers, near an outlet for music groups, etc.)
* Please indicate which Activities Fairs you wish to attend - you are welcome to attend all 3!
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8. Columbia Women's Business Society Presents The "Leading Women in Business" Conference
The Columbia Women's Business Society will host a business leadership conference featuring prominent women as speakers and panelists. Panel discussions in areas such as finance, entrepreneurship, non-profit, media, and others will be featured in addition to keynote speakers Deborah Fine, President of I-Village properties, and a soon-to-be announced finance speaker.
When: Saturday, April 5th 2008; 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Where: The Princeton Club of New York
15 West 43rd Street
(between 5th and 6th Avenues)
New York, NY 10036
Who: All are welcome
Price: CUID: $15, Non-CUID: $25
How: Buy tickets online or at the Ticket and Information Center located in Lerner Hall lobby next to Cafe 212. Ticket and Information Center hours are Monday - Saturday from 12 pm - 9 pm and Sunday from 3 pm - 9 pm.
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9. Martin Scorsese's The Departed... THE ORIGINAL.
Fact: The Departed won best director, best editing, best picture, AND best screenplay at the Academy Awards.
Fact: The Departed IS NOT ORIGINAL.
Fact: The Departed is based off of a Hong Kong film made in 2002.
Come see the original "The Departed." Come see Infernal Affairs trilogy in a three-night event.
Infernal Affairs I
Feb 21 (Thurs), 8:30pm-11pm
Lerner 569
Infernal Affairs II
Feb 22 (Fri), 7:30-10pm
Lerner Cinema
Infernal Affairs III
Feb 25 (Mon), 8:30-11pm
Lerner Cinema
questions? check out our facebook event or email hksss@columbia.edu
http://columbia.facebook.com/event.php?eid=8036024389#wall_posts
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10. Pre-Law Society Gap Year Panel
Considering taking a gap year between college and law school? Then join the Pre Law Society on Wednesday February 27th from 8:30- 9:30 PM in Lerner 568 for a panel on the Gap Year! Come learn about your gap year options from the law students who have already taken them. The panel will also feature Mr. Buchman, an adviser at Columbia Law. Gap year panelists have done everything from jobs to internships to fellowships to grad school to travel, and they'll help you sort through your options to make the best decision for you. See you there!
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11. TAAL NAACH NATION VI
Taal of Columbia University Presents...
NAACH NATION VI
March 1, 2008
Roone Arledge Auditorium, Columbia University
Naach Nation is an intercollegiate, fusion dance showcase that brings teams from around the East Coast to dance for one night in New York City. Naach Nation seeks to promote South Asian dance while making a donation to a charitable cause; this year's charity is Ekal Vidyalaya, a nonprofit organization devoted to building schools in rural India.
Come watch six fusion dance teams with a Musical Guest Act BROOKLYN QAWWALI PARTY (http://www.brooklynqawwaliparty.com/live/)
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Tickets on sale now at www.naachnation.com and www.cuarts.com!
Or at the Ticketing Information Center in Lerner Hall
$10 Pre-Sale with CUID, $12 Pre-Sale for non-CUID, $15 At the Door
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12. Office of the University Chaplain Interfaith Art Show
CALLING ALL STUDENT ARTISTS!
The Office of the University Chaplain is hosting an INTERFAITH ART SHOW from April 11 - April 24 in St. Paul's Chapel onColumbia University's Morningside Campus. We are looking for 2-D wall mountable art submissions that reflect the individual's religious experience and perceptions of faith and spirituality. Please confirm your participation by Friday, March 29.
If you have any questions please contact .
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13. Columbia Science Review Call for Articles
Columbia Science Review is a science publication that is printed once a semester with the goal to promote awareness and knowledge of science and technology. This vision may sound very broad for a student group to achieve, but CSR presents unique opportunities for student authors from Columbia University and its affiliate institutes. The background of the authors vary from 1st year undergraduate students to advanced students in Graduate School of Arts and Science, School of Journalism, and Columbia University Medical Center.
CSR is an open platform (meaning we accept articles on any topic related to math and science!) for student authors to present scientific articles written in an easily accessible and concise style with precise scientific integrity in content. Articles should be written in easy language so that minimal background knowledge is needed to understand them, especially because CSR is meant to be read by all Columbia community members from students to faculty members, humanities majors to astrophysicists.
The final deadline for articles for Columbia Science Review's Spring 2008 issue is March 30th. Articles can be about a range of topics, but must be related to math or science in some way and written for the general public. Please check our website for more details, or email us with any questions.
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14. Organization of Pakistani Students Discussion of Election Results
Join The Organization of Pakistani Students in An Open Discussion on the Results of the Pakistani Elections!
Share YOUR Thoughts on How This Impacts YOU and the Greater CU Community!
How will the results of the Pakistani Elections, held on Monday Feb 18th, affect the CU community?
How will this impact OUR lives as students and Pakistanis/South Asians? Come share your thoughts on these issues and listen to the ideas of your fellow students by attending this exciting moderated disussion!
Monday February 25th
Hamilton 309
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Delicious FREE FOOD will also be provided!!
ALL are Welcome to Attend!
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If you would like to publicize one of your organization’s events, please email us no later than 12pm Sunday.
1. ENGINEERING STUDENT COUNCIL PARTNERSHIP NETWORK
2. 5TH ANNUAL RELAY FOR LIFE
3. 2008 YEARBOOK LOOKING FOR CLUB PHOTOS
4. TAKE PART IN COLUMBIA COMMUNITY OUTREACH 2008!
5. CU GOSPEL CHOIR- MUSICIANS AND SINGERS WANTED
6. RIA MOVIE NIGHT- 12
7. DAYS ON CAMPUS ACTIVITIES FAIR
8. CWBS LEADING WOMEN IN BUSINESS CONFERENCE
9. MARTIN SCORSESE'S THE DEPARTED... THE ORIGINAL- TONIGHT!
10. PRE-LAW SOCIETY GAP YEAR PANEL
11. TAAL PRESENTS: NAACH NATION VI
12. OUC INTERFAITH ART SHOW
13. COLUMBIA SCIENCE REVIEW CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
14. OPS DISCUSSION ON THE RESULTS OF THE PAKISTANI ELECTION-TONIGHT!
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STUDENT GROUP EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
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1. Engineering Student Council Partnership Network
The Engineering Student Council Partnership Network was created in Fall 2005 to facilitate collaboration between engineering-related student groups, as well as provide support for these groups from the ESC to complement existing support from the various governing boards (ABC, SGB, CI, CSGB, IGC). There is currently an effort to revive the ESC Partnership Network, beginning with a compilation of resources to assist group leaders, and potentially a reception or other large meeting with all groups participating in the network.
The ESC is currently seeking input from engineering student groups regarding what resources would be most useful in the successful operation and management of these clubs. All suggestions and interested groups should contact the ESC Vice President, Intergroup, Dan Wong.
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2. 5th Annual Relay for Life
What: Relay For Life at Columbia University
When: Saturday April 12th, 2008
Time: 12pm Noon to 3am
Where: Low Plaza and the entire center of campus
So, talk to your group! We?re aiming to have every organization represented on April 12th. To form your team, select a team captain
and register at events.cancer.org/RFLcolumbiauniversityNY. Then, recruit members from your club to join you in the fight against
cancer. We would love to have your group join us this year in another amazing event with live performances, on-site activities, and amazing prizes.
Here is how to do it:
1) Go to the website events.cancer.org/RFLcolumbiauniversityNY
2) SIGN UP as either a team captain or join an existing team
3) Join us at Relay for Life on April 12th for tons of fun and great memories
This year, Columbia will be hosting a Monopoly themed relay, in which we encourage all teams to come out in their "boardwalk best" to
celebrate, remember, and fight back. So go get all your friends together and form a team for a great cause.
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3. Yearbook Photos Needed!
The 2008 Columbian Yearbook is looking for club photos of recognized student groups for the Organizations section of this year's book. We would like to have one 'group shot' and at least one 'candid shot' of some exciting event from this year to put in the book. These photos can be ones that you submit to us, or we have photographers who can come to events or meetings to take the photos. IN ORDER TO BE REPRESENTED IN THE BOOK, WE NEED THESE PHOTOS ASAP! Our deadlines have been changed and this section will be submitted much sooner than anticipated.
If you already have photos you'd like to submit, please submit them to CUyearbookphotos@gmail.com. Please include your club name in the email. If you need a staff photographer to come take a photo, please contact Cliff Massey directly.
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4. Take part in COLUMBIA COMMUNITY OUTREACH 2008!
Want to escape the endless cycle of the library, class, and the mirror? Want to make a difference? Lend a hand to your fellow New Yorkers on March 29 by participating in Columbia's annual day of community service, CCO.
CCO is a single day event that involves almost 1,000 members of the Columbia community. Old friends come together and new friends are made as teams of students venture out into the city and give back to the community that gives so much to us. Plus, you can also count on free food, free t-shirts and a memorable experience.
To learn more about CCO and to REGISTER online, check out: www.columbia.edu/cu/outreach.
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5. CU Gospel Choir - Musicians and Singers wanted!
CUGC is looking for musicians to form a band. So if you play the piano, guitar or any brass instrument please contact Sean Peters.
We are also inviting everyone interested in singing gospel music to join. We strongly encourage tenors and basses to try out.
The repertoire for this semester includes Spirituals, contemporary and traditional gospel pieces by popular gospel artists. Anyone who is interested should contact Tareva Johnson or come to one of our weekly rehearsals:
Wednesdays, 7:30 - 9pm in the Choir Room of St. Paul's Chapel
Fridays, 5:30pm – 7pm in 573 Lerner Hall
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6. Russian International Association Movie Night
MOVIE NIGHT, Thursday, February 28, 2008 @ 7
Film: "Twelve." 12 is a new film by Nikita Mikhalkov. The film was presented at the Venice Film Festival, where Mikhalkov was awarded the Special Lion for Overall Work. 12 is currently nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.
Russian language only.
Starring: Nikita Mikhalkov, Sergei Makovetsky, Valentin Gaft, Alexei Petrenko, Yuri Stoyanov, Mikhail Efremov.
Synopsis: The jury decides whether a young Chechen boy is guilty in the murder of his stepfather, a Russian military officer.
Trailer
Showing in a comfortable Roone Arledge Cinema, Lerner Hall.
IMPORTANT: If you do not attend Columbia University, please RSVP by Tuesday, February 26th, in order to be granted access to Lerner Hall.
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7. Day on Campus Activities Fair
Does your student group want to generate interest from members of the newly admitted Class of 2012 before they even arrive on campus? TheDays on Campus Student Activities Fair is the time do it!!
Days on Campus (DOC) is a program hosted by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for the newly admitted Class of 2012. It is an opportunity for the entire Columbia community to celebrate the admission of these students as they make their final decisions in the college selection process. As student activity leaders, you are crucial to the Columbia undergraduate experience, and so we invite you to join us in welcoming our newly admitted students to campus.
The 2008 Days on Campus Activities Fairs will be held in the Roone Arledge Auditorium from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm on the following dates: (Please note thatstudent groups must arrive by 12:30 pm to set up.)
* Sunday, April 6, 2008 - Columbia College Days on Campus #1
* Friday, April 11, 2008 - SEAS Days on Campus
* Sunday, April 13, 2008 - Columbia College Days on Campus #2
If you would like to have your group represented at one or all of the dates above, please respond by e-mail to Lauren Minches by Friday, February 29th with the following information:
* Full name and acronym (if applicable) of student group
* Full name(s) of student representative(s) who will be attending the fair
* E-mail address and cell phone number for student representative(s)
* Special needs (ie: floor space for dancers, near an outlet for music groups, etc.)
* Please indicate which Activities Fairs you wish to attend - you are welcome to attend all 3!
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8. Columbia Women's Business Society Presents The "Leading Women in Business" Conference
The Columbia Women's Business Society will host a business leadership conference featuring prominent women as speakers and panelists. Panel discussions in areas such as finance, entrepreneurship, non-profit, media, and others will be featured in addition to keynote speakers Deborah Fine, President of I-Village properties, and a soon-to-be announced finance speaker.
When: Saturday, April 5th 2008; 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Where: The Princeton Club of New York
15 West 43rd Street
(between 5th and 6th Avenues)
New York, NY 10036
Who: All are welcome
Price: CUID: $15, Non-CUID: $25
How: Buy tickets online or at the Ticket and Information Center located in Lerner Hall lobby next to Cafe 212. Ticket and Information Center hours are Monday - Saturday from 12 pm - 9 pm and Sunday from 3 pm - 9 pm.
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9. Martin Scorsese's The Departed... THE ORIGINAL.
Fact: The Departed won best director, best editing, best picture, AND best screenplay at the Academy Awards.
Fact: The Departed IS NOT ORIGINAL.
Fact: The Departed is based off of a Hong Kong film made in 2002.
Come see the original "The Departed." Come see Infernal Affairs trilogy in a three-night event.
Infernal Affairs I
Feb 21 (Thurs), 8:30pm-11pm
Lerner 569
Infernal Affairs II
Feb 22 (Fri), 7:30-10pm
Lerner Cinema
Infernal Affairs III
Feb 25 (Mon), 8:30-11pm
Lerner Cinema
questions? check out our facebook event or email hksss@columbia.edu
http://columbia.facebook.com/event.php?eid=8036024389#wall_posts
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10. Pre-Law Society Gap Year Panel
Considering taking a gap year between college and law school? Then join the Pre Law Society on Wednesday February 27th from 8:30- 9:30 PM in Lerner 568 for a panel on the Gap Year! Come learn about your gap year options from the law students who have already taken them. The panel will also feature Mr. Buchman, an adviser at Columbia Law. Gap year panelists have done everything from jobs to internships to fellowships to grad school to travel, and they'll help you sort through your options to make the best decision for you. See you there!
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11. TAAL NAACH NATION VI
Taal of Columbia University Presents...
NAACH NATION VI
March 1, 2008
Roone Arledge Auditorium, Columbia University
Naach Nation is an intercollegiate, fusion dance showcase that brings teams from around the East Coast to dance for one night in New York City. Naach Nation seeks to promote South Asian dance while making a donation to a charitable cause; this year's charity is Ekal Vidyalaya, a nonprofit organization devoted to building schools in rural India.
Come watch six fusion dance teams with a Musical Guest Act BROOKLYN QAWWALI PARTY (http://www.brooklynqawwaliparty.com/live/)
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Tickets on sale now at www.naachnation.com and www.cuarts.com!
Or at the Ticketing Information Center in Lerner Hall
$10 Pre-Sale with CUID, $12 Pre-Sale for non-CUID, $15 At the Door
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12. Office of the University Chaplain Interfaith Art Show
CALLING ALL STUDENT ARTISTS!
The Office of the University Chaplain is hosting an INTERFAITH ART SHOW from April 11 - April 24 in St. Paul's Chapel onColumbia University's Morningside Campus. We are looking for 2-D wall mountable art submissions that reflect the individual's religious experience and perceptions of faith and spirituality. Please confirm your participation by Friday, March 29.
If you have any questions please contact .
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13. Columbia Science Review Call for Articles
Columbia Science Review is a science publication that is printed once a semester with the goal to promote awareness and knowledge of science and technology. This vision may sound very broad for a student group to achieve, but CSR presents unique opportunities for student authors from Columbia University and its affiliate institutes. The background of the authors vary from 1st year undergraduate students to advanced students in Graduate School of Arts and Science, School of Journalism, and Columbia University Medical Center.
CSR is an open platform (meaning we accept articles on any topic related to math and science!) for student authors to present scientific articles written in an easily accessible and concise style with precise scientific integrity in content. Articles should be written in easy language so that minimal background knowledge is needed to understand them, especially because CSR is meant to be read by all Columbia community members from students to faculty members, humanities majors to astrophysicists.
The final deadline for articles for Columbia Science Review's Spring 2008 issue is March 30th. Articles can be about a range of topics, but must be related to math or science in some way and written for the general public. Please check our website for more details, or email us with any questions.
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14. Organization of Pakistani Students Discussion of Election Results
Join The Organization of Pakistani Students in An Open Discussion on the Results of the Pakistani Elections!
Share YOUR Thoughts on How This Impacts YOU and the Greater CU Community!
How will the results of the Pakistani Elections, held on Monday Feb 18th, affect the CU community?
How will this impact OUR lives as students and Pakistanis/South Asians? Come share your thoughts on these issues and listen to the ideas of your fellow students by attending this exciting moderated disussion!
Monday February 25th
Hamilton 309
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Delicious FREE FOOD will also be provided!!
ALL are Welcome to Attend!
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If you would like to publicize one of your organization’s events, please email us no later than 12pm Sunday.
ABC Weekly Email (02-17-08)
02/17/2008 05:18 PM
ABC ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. SPRING NGR APPLICATIONS DUE TONIGHT!
2. ABC COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FUND
ADDITIONAL UNIVERSITY FUNDING
1. PRESIDENT AND PROVOST STUDENT ACTIVITY FUND
2. UNIVERSITY CHAPLAIN CO-SPONSORSHIP FUND
STUDENT GROUP EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. ENGINEERING STUDENT COUNCIL PARTNERSHIP NETWORK
2. DENTAL STUDENT PANEL
3. 5TH ANNUAL RELAY FOR LIFE
4. SGA LEADERSHIP AWARDS NOMINATIONS
5. 2008 YEARBOOK LOOKING FOR CLUB PHOTOS
6. TAKE PART IN COLUMBIA COMMUNITY OUTREACH 2008!
7. GOT SEOUL?
8. DISCUSSION WITH FORMER CBS RADIO PRESIDENT NANCY WIDMANN
9. THE RISHTAA GAME
10. BARNARD CLAY COLLECTIVE
11. TAAL NAACH NATION
12. CU GOSPEL CHOIR- MUSICIANS AND SINGERS WANTED
13. JAPAN SOCIETY'S CURRY IN A HURRY
14. CONSILIENCE INAUGURAL ISSUE
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ABC ANNOUNCEMENTS
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1. ABC New Group Recognition
It's that time of year again! If you would like to be considered for ABC recognition please complete the attached application and return a hard copy to the ABC mailbox in the Student Club Space by TONIGHT at 11:59pm, additionally please send an electronic copy to the NGR Chair Young Yoo (youngheeyoo@gmail.com).
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2. Community Development Fund
The ABC Community Development Fund was created to foster innovative new events that promote collaboration and community at Columbia. Through the Community Development Fund, ABC will fund up to $3,000 of the chosen event(s). The Fund is open to all ABC groups. Funds will be awarded on a rolling basis. The deadline to submit is 11:59pm on Sunday, February 24, 2008.
Email the ABC Exec board at abc_exec@columbia.edu if you have any questions! The application can be found here!
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ADDITIONAL UNIVERSITY FUNDING
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1. President and Provost Fund
The P&P Fund Spring application form is now available online (Part 1, Part 2), the Lerner Help Desk and 704 Lerner.
Deadline for submission of applications is Friday, Feb. 22, 2008.
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2. OUC Co-sponsorship Fund
The Office of the University Chaplain Co-Sponsorship Fund is accepting applications for co-sponsorship from recognized student groups for programs taking place during spring 2008. The deadline for application submission is 5pm, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22. Recognized Barnard and Columbia University undergraduate, graduate, and professional student groups are encouraged to apply.
Priority will be given to new initiatives that focus upon issues of faith and spirituality by recognized student groups. All programs must take place on campus and be open to all students and members of the Columbia University community. For a copy of the application, visit our website. For additional information, or call 212.854.4194.
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STUDENT GROUP EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
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1. Engineering Student Council Partnership Network
The Engineering Student Council Partnership Network was created in Fall 2005 to facilitate collaboration between engineering-related student groups, as well as provide support for these groups from the ESC to complement existing support from the various governing boards (ABC, SGB, CI, CSGB, IGC). There is currently an effort to revive the ESC Partnership Network, beginning with a compilation of resources to assist group leaders, and potentially a reception or other large meeting with all groups participating in the network.
The ESC is currently seeking input from engineering student groups regarding what resources would be most useful in the successful operation and management of these clubs. All suggestions and interested groups should contact the ESC Vice President, Intergroup, Dan Wong.
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2. Dental Specialties Panel
Wednesday, February 20th, 7:30-9pm
Lerner 568
Interested in dentistry? Come and learn more about the field first-hand from various specialists! We will have a periodontist, oral surgeon, and other clinical as well as academic dental specialists. This will be a great opportunity to hear why these practitioners chose to go into dentistry!
Sponsored by the Columbia Association of Pre-Dental Students
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3. 5th Annual Relay for Life
What: Relay For Life at Columbia University
When: Saturday April 12th, 2008
Time: 12pm Noon to 3am
Where: Low Plaza and the entire center of campus
So, talk to your group! We?re aiming to have every organization represented on April 12th. To form your team, select a team captain and register. Then, recruit members from your club to join you in the fight against cancer. We would love to have your group join us this year in another amazing event with live performances, on-site activities, and amazing prizes.
Here is how to do it:
1) Go to the website
2) SIGN UP as either a team captain or join an existing team
3) Join us at Relay for Life on April 12th for tons of fun and great memories
This year, Columbia will be hosting a Monopoly themed relay, in which we encourage all teams to come out in their "boardwalk best" to celebrate, remember, and fight back. So go get all your friends together and form a team for a great cause.
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4. SGA Leadership Awards Nominations
SGA needs your help!
Each year, the Student Government Association (SGA) of Barnard College hosts the Leadership Awards Dinner, which recognizes the accomplishments of Barnard students, administrators, departments, staff members, and student organizations who have made significant contributions to the Barnard and Columbia community.
We need your help to nominate all those whom you believe to be deserving of recognition. The Leadership Awards Dinner is an important tradition at Barnard and your participation in the nomination process will help us to continue to uphold this legacy.
INSTRUCTIONS:
CC/SEAS/GS STUDENTS: Please go to ebear.barnard.edu and sign in under "eBear Guests." From there, click on the link that says "SGA Leadership Dinner."
BARNARD STUDENTS: You can nominate by going to eBear and clicking the ONLINE FORM link within the COMMUNITY tab. Once you're in the ONLINE FORM section, click the LEADERSHIP DINNER link on the left hand side of the page. From there, you can read about the criteria for the awards and then nominate away!
FYI: NOMINATION PROCESS IS OVER MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18 @ 5 PM
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Christina Chang, VP of Student Activities.
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5. Yearbook Photos Needed!
The 2008 Columbian Yearbook is looking for club photos of recognized student groups for the Organizations section of this year's book. We would like to have one 'group shot' and at least one 'candid shot' of some exciting event from this year to put in the book. These photos can be ones that you submit to us, or we have photographers who can come to events or meetings to take the photos. IN ORDER TO BE REPRESENTED IN THE BOOK, WE NEED THESE PHOTOS ASAP! Our deadlines have been changed and this section will be submitted much sooner than anticipated.
If you already have photos you'd like to submit, please submit them to CUyearbookphotos@gmail.com. Please include your club name in the email. If you need a staff photographer to come take a photo, please contact Cliff Massey.
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6. Take part in COLUMBIA COMMUNITY OUTREACH 2008!
Want to escape the endless cycle of the library, class, and the mirror? Want to make a difference? Lend a hand to your fellow New Yorkers on March 29 by participating in Columbia's annual day of community service, CCO.
CCO is a single day event that involves almost 1,000 members of the Columbia community. Old friends come together and new friends are made as teams of students venture out into the city and give back to the community that gives so much to us. Plus, you can also count on free food, free t-shirts and a memorable experience.
To learn more about CCO and to REGISTER online, check out: www.columbia.edu/cu/outreach.
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7. got SeOUL?
KSA, BSO, & SOL are proud to introduce a bigger and better version of the annual SeOUL Food event!
"Got SeOUL?" is comprised of two back-to-back events on February 20th and 21st so mark your calendars and get pumped!!!
--sponsored by the Kraft Fund--
**LA Riots Retrospective**
Wednesday, February 20th
Lerner 569 7-9pm
Korean film director, Dai Sil Kim-Gibson, is returning to campus to show her ground-breaking documentary on the 1992 LA Riots. Join us for a screening of "Sa-I-Gu" and "Wet Sands", Q&A session, and a roundtable discussion with the attendants and a panel of CU students who grew up in LA and experienced the riots.
**SeOUL Food**
Thursday, February 21st
Lerner 555 7-9:30pm
We're making our much-anticipated annual event EVEN MORE AWESOME this year….FREE ADMISSION!!! Come and try something new at our multi-cultural buffet, meet new people to win sweet prizes, and cheer on fellow Columbians as they show what they've got for our performance showcase!! Performers include Sabor, the KSA Band, spoken word artists, and many other SURPRISE guests!!!!
SEE YOU THERE!
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8. A Discussion with Former CBS Radio President, Nancy Widmann
Tuesday, February 19th | 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Satow Room (Lerner Hall)
Are you interested in learning about careers in media from an industry executive? Would you value the business and career advice of one of the most sought after leaders in media?
If so, then the Multicultural Business Association cordially invites you to attend a talk with Ms. Nancy Widmann, the former president of CBS Radio. This is your opportunity to ask those sensitive, but crucial, questions in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere with one of the foremost and experienced minds leaders in media today.
Please visit Ms. Widdman's website http://www.nancywidmann.com/ for more information.
Business casual attire
Refreshments will be provided
Please RSVP to mba.columbia@gmail.com
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9. Looking for Love on W116th?
Come to The Organization of Pakistani Students' "THE RISHTAA GAME"
Thursday February 21st 9:15 - 11 pm Lerner Hall, Broadway Room
Let OPS help YOU find your perfect match at Columbia!
The audience will help one guy/girl find their best match among 3 contestants based on who gives the 'best' answers in The Rishtaa Game. Come hear what your friends will say to win this game!
*Mouth-watering food, sweets, and chai will be Sold!*
FREE Admission! ALL are Welcome!
Disclaimer: OPS is not responsible for any potential heartache caused by this game... play at your own risk ;)
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10. Barnard Clay Collective
Did you know Barnard has its own clay studio?
We have spots available classes for beginners and people with experience on the wheel.
There are (not for credit, just for fun) weekly classes on Tuesday OR Wednesday nights. You either attend the Tuesday or Wednesday class every week. The studio is located in the basement of Plimpton Hall (on the corner of 120th and Amsterdam).
Beginners: Tuesday 6:00-7:30pm OR Wednesday 6:00-7:30pm
Intermediates: Tuesday 7:30-9:00pm OR Wednesday 7:30-9:00pm
The cost of the class is $150 for students, including all materials (clay and firing included). Since we are a collective, each studio member is also asked to contribute some time to cleanup and maintenance of the studio.
**People enrolled in a class have 24 hour access to the studio**
If you are interested, email Hannah to reserve your spot. Please title the email "Barnard Clay Collective Spring 2008" and include your name, email address and the class you would like to attend.
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11. Taal Naach Nation
Dear ABC Clubs,
As you may now, Naach Nation is an intercollegiate dance showcase hosted by Taal, the South Asian Fusion Dance Troupe of Columbia University. This year, the show will be held on Saturday, March 1st. The Organizational Committee has decided to add an extended lobby area for patrons to wander around in before the show starts. I am writing to you to extend an opportunity to table in the lobby area.
I think it would be a great way to promote any upcoming events and the club in general, free of charge. If this sounds like something you and your organization might be interested in, please let me know by Thursday, February 21st.
Best,
Nisha Garg
Public Relations, Taal
Naach Nation Organizational Committee
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12. CU Gospel Choir - Musicians and Singers wanted!
CUGC is looking for musicians to form a band. So if you play the piano, guitar or any brass instrument please contact Sean Peters.
We are also inviting everyone interested in singing gospel music to join. We strongly encourage tenors and basses to try out.
The repertoire for this semester includes Spirituals, contemporary and traditional gospel pieces by popular gospel artists. Anyone who is interested should contact Tareva Johnson or come to one of our weekly rehearsals:
Wednesdays, 7:30 - 9pm in the Choir Room of St. Paul’s Chapel
Fridays, 5:30pm – 7pm in 573 Lerner Hall
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13. CJS' Curry In a Hurry
WHERE: Lerner Party Space
WHEN: Friday, Feb. 22 6:30-8:30PM
--- 5$ ALL YOU CAN EAT ---
The Columbia Japan Society is very excited to invite you to our annual Curry in a Hurry!! Enjoy curry from Japan, Thailand, The Philippines, South East Asia and more for ONLY $5! Don't miss our most popular food event of the semester! Tickets are on sale for $5 at the Lerner Ticket Booth, and $5 at the door. Eat fantastic curry from: CJS, SIU, VSA, Thai Club, SEAL, AAA and Liga Filipina.
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14. Please join us to celebrate the inaugural issue of Consilience
February 18, 2008
7:30 PM
Doors open at 7:00 PM
Low Library Rotunda, Columbia University
We are honored to present the following distinguished speakers:
Dr. Jeffrey D. Sachs, Director of The Earth Institute, Quetelet Professor of Sustainable Development, and Special Advisor to United Nations Secretary-General.
And
Dr. Joshua Graff Zivin, Associate Professor of Health Policy and Management, Director of the Sustainable Development PhD Program at Columbia University, and Journal Advisor for Consilience.
Seating is limited. RSVP to Betsy Ness-Edelstein.
Consilience is a global, online publication dedicated to promoting interdisciplinary dialogue on sustainable development. By providing a public platform for discussion, we hope to encourage a global community to think more broadly, thoroughly and analytically about sustainable development. This publication aims to bring students, researchers, professors, and practitioners from a variety of disciplines and geographical regions in direct conversation with each other through an online, academically rigorous medium.
con·sil·ience(noun): The joining together of knowledge and information across disciplines to create a unified framework of understanding.
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If you would like to publicize one of your organization’s events, please email us no later than 12pm Sunday.
1. SPRING NGR APPLICATIONS DUE TONIGHT!
2. ABC COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FUND
ADDITIONAL UNIVERSITY FUNDING
1. PRESIDENT AND PROVOST STUDENT ACTIVITY FUND
2. UNIVERSITY CHAPLAIN CO-SPONSORSHIP FUND
STUDENT GROUP EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. ENGINEERING STUDENT COUNCIL PARTNERSHIP NETWORK
2. DENTAL STUDENT PANEL
3. 5TH ANNUAL RELAY FOR LIFE
4. SGA LEADERSHIP AWARDS NOMINATIONS
5. 2008 YEARBOOK LOOKING FOR CLUB PHOTOS
6. TAKE PART IN COLUMBIA COMMUNITY OUTREACH 2008!
7. GOT SEOUL?
8. DISCUSSION WITH FORMER CBS RADIO PRESIDENT NANCY WIDMANN
9. THE RISHTAA GAME
10. BARNARD CLAY COLLECTIVE
11. TAAL NAACH NATION
12. CU GOSPEL CHOIR- MUSICIANS AND SINGERS WANTED
13. JAPAN SOCIETY'S CURRY IN A HURRY
14. CONSILIENCE INAUGURAL ISSUE
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ABC ANNOUNCEMENTS
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1. ABC New Group Recognition
It's that time of year again! If you would like to be considered for ABC recognition please complete the attached application and return a hard copy to the ABC mailbox in the Student Club Space by TONIGHT at 11:59pm, additionally please send an electronic copy to the NGR Chair Young Yoo (youngheeyoo@gmail.com).
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2. Community Development Fund
The ABC Community Development Fund was created to foster innovative new events that promote collaboration and community at Columbia. Through the Community Development Fund, ABC will fund up to $3,000 of the chosen event(s). The Fund is open to all ABC groups. Funds will be awarded on a rolling basis. The deadline to submit is 11:59pm on Sunday, February 24, 2008.
Email the ABC Exec board at abc_exec@columbia.edu if you have any questions! The application can be found here!
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ADDITIONAL UNIVERSITY FUNDING
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1. President and Provost Fund
The P&P Fund Spring application form is now available online (Part 1, Part 2), the Lerner Help Desk and 704 Lerner.
Deadline for submission of applications is Friday, Feb. 22, 2008.
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2. OUC Co-sponsorship Fund
The Office of the University Chaplain Co-Sponsorship Fund is accepting applications for co-sponsorship from recognized student groups for programs taking place during spring 2008. The deadline for application submission is 5pm, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22. Recognized Barnard and Columbia University undergraduate, graduate, and professional student groups are encouraged to apply.
Priority will be given to new initiatives that focus upon issues of faith and spirituality by recognized student groups. All programs must take place on campus and be open to all students and members of the Columbia University community. For a copy of the application, visit our website. For additional information, or call 212.854.4194.
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STUDENT GROUP EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
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1. Engineering Student Council Partnership Network
The Engineering Student Council Partnership Network was created in Fall 2005 to facilitate collaboration between engineering-related student groups, as well as provide support for these groups from the ESC to complement existing support from the various governing boards (ABC, SGB, CI, CSGB, IGC). There is currently an effort to revive the ESC Partnership Network, beginning with a compilation of resources to assist group leaders, and potentially a reception or other large meeting with all groups participating in the network.
The ESC is currently seeking input from engineering student groups regarding what resources would be most useful in the successful operation and management of these clubs. All suggestions and interested groups should contact the ESC Vice President, Intergroup, Dan Wong.
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2. Dental Specialties Panel
Wednesday, February 20th, 7:30-9pm
Lerner 568
Interested in dentistry? Come and learn more about the field first-hand from various specialists! We will have a periodontist, oral surgeon, and other clinical as well as academic dental specialists. This will be a great opportunity to hear why these practitioners chose to go into dentistry!
Sponsored by the Columbia Association of Pre-Dental Students
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3. 5th Annual Relay for Life
What: Relay For Life at Columbia University
When: Saturday April 12th, 2008
Time: 12pm Noon to 3am
Where: Low Plaza and the entire center of campus
So, talk to your group! We?re aiming to have every organization represented on April 12th. To form your team, select a team captain and register. Then, recruit members from your club to join you in the fight against cancer. We would love to have your group join us this year in another amazing event with live performances, on-site activities, and amazing prizes.
Here is how to do it:
1) Go to the website
2) SIGN UP as either a team captain or join an existing team
3) Join us at Relay for Life on April 12th for tons of fun and great memories
This year, Columbia will be hosting a Monopoly themed relay, in which we encourage all teams to come out in their "boardwalk best" to celebrate, remember, and fight back. So go get all your friends together and form a team for a great cause.
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4. SGA Leadership Awards Nominations
SGA needs your help!
Each year, the Student Government Association (SGA) of Barnard College hosts the Leadership Awards Dinner, which recognizes the accomplishments of Barnard students, administrators, departments, staff members, and student organizations who have made significant contributions to the Barnard and Columbia community.
We need your help to nominate all those whom you believe to be deserving of recognition. The Leadership Awards Dinner is an important tradition at Barnard and your participation in the nomination process will help us to continue to uphold this legacy.
INSTRUCTIONS:
CC/SEAS/GS STUDENTS: Please go to ebear.barnard.edu and sign in under "eBear Guests." From there, click on the link that says "SGA Leadership Dinner."
BARNARD STUDENTS: You can nominate by going to eBear and clicking the ONLINE FORM link within the COMMUNITY tab. Once you're in the ONLINE FORM section, click the LEADERSHIP DINNER link on the left hand side of the page. From there, you can read about the criteria for the awards and then nominate away!
FYI: NOMINATION PROCESS IS OVER MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18 @ 5 PM
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Christina Chang, VP of Student Activities.
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5. Yearbook Photos Needed!
The 2008 Columbian Yearbook is looking for club photos of recognized student groups for the Organizations section of this year's book. We would like to have one 'group shot' and at least one 'candid shot' of some exciting event from this year to put in the book. These photos can be ones that you submit to us, or we have photographers who can come to events or meetings to take the photos. IN ORDER TO BE REPRESENTED IN THE BOOK, WE NEED THESE PHOTOS ASAP! Our deadlines have been changed and this section will be submitted much sooner than anticipated.
If you already have photos you'd like to submit, please submit them to CUyearbookphotos@gmail.com. Please include your club name in the email. If you need a staff photographer to come take a photo, please contact Cliff Massey.
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6. Take part in COLUMBIA COMMUNITY OUTREACH 2008!
Want to escape the endless cycle of the library, class, and the mirror? Want to make a difference? Lend a hand to your fellow New Yorkers on March 29 by participating in Columbia's annual day of community service, CCO.
CCO is a single day event that involves almost 1,000 members of the Columbia community. Old friends come together and new friends are made as teams of students venture out into the city and give back to the community that gives so much to us. Plus, you can also count on free food, free t-shirts and a memorable experience.
To learn more about CCO and to REGISTER online, check out: www.columbia.edu/cu/outreach.
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7. got SeOUL?
KSA, BSO, & SOL are proud to introduce a bigger and better version of the annual SeOUL Food event!
"Got SeOUL?" is comprised of two back-to-back events on February 20th and 21st so mark your calendars and get pumped!!!
--sponsored by the Kraft Fund--
**LA Riots Retrospective**
Wednesday, February 20th
Lerner 569 7-9pm
Korean film director, Dai Sil Kim-Gibson, is returning to campus to show her ground-breaking documentary on the 1992 LA Riots. Join us for a screening of "Sa-I-Gu" and "Wet Sands", Q&A session, and a roundtable discussion with the attendants and a panel of CU students who grew up in LA and experienced the riots.
**SeOUL Food**
Thursday, February 21st
Lerner 555 7-9:30pm
We're making our much-anticipated annual event EVEN MORE AWESOME this year….FREE ADMISSION!!! Come and try something new at our multi-cultural buffet, meet new people to win sweet prizes, and cheer on fellow Columbians as they show what they've got for our performance showcase!! Performers include Sabor, the KSA Band, spoken word artists, and many other SURPRISE guests!!!!
SEE YOU THERE!
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8. A Discussion with Former CBS Radio President, Nancy Widmann
Tuesday, February 19th | 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Satow Room (Lerner Hall)
Are you interested in learning about careers in media from an industry executive? Would you value the business and career advice of one of the most sought after leaders in media?
If so, then the Multicultural Business Association cordially invites you to attend a talk with Ms. Nancy Widmann, the former president of CBS Radio. This is your opportunity to ask those sensitive, but crucial, questions in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere with one of the foremost and experienced minds leaders in media today.
Please visit Ms. Widdman's website http://www.nancywidmann.com/ for more information.
Business casual attire
Refreshments will be provided
Please RSVP to mba.columbia@gmail.com
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9. Looking for Love on W116th?
Come to The Organization of Pakistani Students' "THE RISHTAA GAME"
Thursday February 21st 9:15 - 11 pm Lerner Hall, Broadway Room
Let OPS help YOU find your perfect match at Columbia!
The audience will help one guy/girl find their best match among 3 contestants based on who gives the 'best' answers in The Rishtaa Game. Come hear what your friends will say to win this game!
*Mouth-watering food, sweets, and chai will be Sold!*
FREE Admission! ALL are Welcome!
Disclaimer: OPS is not responsible for any potential heartache caused by this game... play at your own risk ;)
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10. Barnard Clay Collective
Did you know Barnard has its own clay studio?
We have spots available classes for beginners and people with experience on the wheel.
There are (not for credit, just for fun) weekly classes on Tuesday OR Wednesday nights. You either attend the Tuesday or Wednesday class every week. The studio is located in the basement of Plimpton Hall (on the corner of 120th and Amsterdam).
Beginners: Tuesday 6:00-7:30pm OR Wednesday 6:00-7:30pm
Intermediates: Tuesday 7:30-9:00pm OR Wednesday 7:30-9:00pm
The cost of the class is $150 for students, including all materials (clay and firing included). Since we are a collective, each studio member is also asked to contribute some time to cleanup and maintenance of the studio.
**People enrolled in a class have 24 hour access to the studio**
If you are interested, email Hannah to reserve your spot. Please title the email "Barnard Clay Collective Spring 2008" and include your name, email address and the class you would like to attend.
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11. Taal Naach Nation
Dear ABC Clubs,
As you may now, Naach Nation is an intercollegiate dance showcase hosted by Taal, the South Asian Fusion Dance Troupe of Columbia University. This year, the show will be held on Saturday, March 1st. The Organizational Committee has decided to add an extended lobby area for patrons to wander around in before the show starts. I am writing to you to extend an opportunity to table in the lobby area.
I think it would be a great way to promote any upcoming events and the club in general, free of charge. If this sounds like something you and your organization might be interested in, please let me know by Thursday, February 21st.
Best,
Nisha Garg
Public Relations, Taal
Naach Nation Organizational Committee
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12. CU Gospel Choir - Musicians and Singers wanted!
CUGC is looking for musicians to form a band. So if you play the piano, guitar or any brass instrument please contact Sean Peters.
We are also inviting everyone interested in singing gospel music to join. We strongly encourage tenors and basses to try out.
The repertoire for this semester includes Spirituals, contemporary and traditional gospel pieces by popular gospel artists. Anyone who is interested should contact Tareva Johnson or come to one of our weekly rehearsals:
Wednesdays, 7:30 - 9pm in the Choir Room of St. Paul’s Chapel
Fridays, 5:30pm – 7pm in 573 Lerner Hall
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13. CJS' Curry In a Hurry
WHERE: Lerner Party Space
WHEN: Friday, Feb. 22 6:30-8:30PM
--- 5$ ALL YOU CAN EAT ---
The Columbia Japan Society is very excited to invite you to our annual Curry in a Hurry!! Enjoy curry from Japan, Thailand, The Philippines, South East Asia and more for ONLY $5! Don't miss our most popular food event of the semester! Tickets are on sale for $5 at the Lerner Ticket Booth, and $5 at the door. Eat fantastic curry from: CJS, SIU, VSA, Thai Club, SEAL, AAA and Liga Filipina.
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14. Please join us to celebrate the inaugural issue of Consilience
February 18, 2008
7:30 PM
Doors open at 7:00 PM
Low Library Rotunda, Columbia University
We are honored to present the following distinguished speakers:
Dr. Jeffrey D. Sachs, Director of The Earth Institute, Quetelet Professor of Sustainable Development, and Special Advisor to United Nations Secretary-General.
And
Dr. Joshua Graff Zivin, Associate Professor of Health Policy and Management, Director of the Sustainable Development PhD Program at Columbia University, and Journal Advisor for Consilience.
Seating is limited. RSVP to Betsy Ness-Edelstein.
Consilience is a global, online publication dedicated to promoting interdisciplinary dialogue on sustainable development. By providing a public platform for discussion, we hope to encourage a global community to think more broadly, thoroughly and analytically about sustainable development. This publication aims to bring students, researchers, professors, and practitioners from a variety of disciplines and geographical regions in direct conversation with each other through an online, academically rigorous medium.
con·sil·ience(noun): The joining together of knowledge and information across disciplines to create a unified framework of understanding.
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If you would like to publicize one of your organization’s events, please email us no later than 12pm Sunday.