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Weekend Tour – Arts and Culture in St. Louis
Date/Time: April 6, 2013 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: St. Louis Mercantile Library
Audience: Open
Description: Join us at the St. Louis Mercantile Library at UMSL for a free, docent-led tour that focuses on a specific aspect of St. Louis or Missouri history. Our weekend tours provide a wonderful opportunity for lively discussions about topics ranging from the founding of St. Louis to the Mercantile’s art collections, plus much more. No reservations are required. Please call 314-516-7248 for more information.
For Info: Valenda Curtis at 314-516-7248
2013 UMSL Case Competition
Date/Time: April 6, 2013 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location: Century Room B – Millennium Student Center
Audience: Open
Description: A Case Competition gives students the opportunity to analyze and learn how to handle real world business problems. The UMSL competition focuses directly on international business to give the students a better understanding of the idea of globalization in the business world. Students will also get the chance to meet and network with other students who share the same business interests, along with the opportunity to meet top corporate executives from the St. Louis Region. The International Business Honors Society of UMSL would like to bring together the universities in the region to compete, analyze and network with one another and to build a strong business network to give future students the opportunity to excel and learn in the business world of tomorrow
For Info: Renita S. Miller-Cormier or Betty Vining at 314-516-4503
The Second City: Laughing Matters
Date/Time: April 6, 2013 5:00 PM, 9:00 PM
Location: Lee Theater, Touhill Performing Arts Center
Audience: Open
Description: Every time The Second City touring company returns to the Touhill’s Lee Theater for its extremely popular annual show, a future legend could be onstage. Named the country’s “Comedy Empire” by the New York Times, the Chicago-based improv group has a reputation for cultivating the next generation of comedic royalty with alumni that include Tina Fey, Bill Murray and Steven Colbert. When the comedy troupe returns to the Lee Theater this spring, audience members will be treated to a cabaret-style performance seated at tables close to the stage with beverage service available. Discounted SNAP student, faculty and staff tickets are available, but quantities are limited.
For Info: Ticket Office at 314-516-4949
Weekend Tour – Meet the Mercantile
Date/Time: April 7, 2013 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: St. Louis Mercantile Library
Audience: Open
Description: Join us at the St. Louis Mercantile Library at UMSL for a free, docent-led tour that focuses on a specific aspect of St. Louis or Missouri history. Our weekend tours provide a wonderful opportunity for lively discussions about topics ranging from the founding of St. Louis to the Mercantile’s art collections, plus much more. No reservations are required. Please call 314-516-7248 for more information.
For Info: Valenda Curtis at 314-516-7248
Looking at Contemporary Art
Date/Time: April 8, 2013 12:15 PM to 1:15 PM
Location: 402 J.C. Penney Conference Center
Audience: Open
Description: Tricia Y. Paik, assistant curator of modern and contemporary art at the Saint Louis Art Museum, talks about her recent exhibitions and ongoing projects at the museum, where she oversees the contemporary collection and curates two contemporary exhibition series, “Currents” and “New Media Series.” Before moving to SLAM, Paik worked at The Museum of Modern Art, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and Christie’s Education in New York. Paik received her PhD in Art History from the Institute of Fine Arts, New York University.
For Info: Karen Lucas at 314-516-5698
Workshop: Winning the Procrastination Battle
Date/Time: April 8, 2013 2:30 PM to 3:15 PM
Location: 225 MSC (Center for Student Success Conference Room)
Audience: Open
Description: Explore the causes of procrastination and techniques for avoid putting things off to last possible moment.
For Info: Antionette Sterling at 314-516-7994
Strategies for Timed Essay Exams
Date/Time: April 8, 2013 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location: Room 313, MSC
Audience: Open
Description: Essay exams are part knowledge and part strategy. Learn great ways to successfully get through timed essay exams.
For Info: Rochelle DeClue at 314-516-5532
University Percussion, Afro-Cuban Ensemble and Vocal Point
Date/Time: April 8, 2013 7:30 PM
Location: Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall, Touhill PAC
Audience: Open
Description: This is a distinctive fusion of percussive sounds and joyous vocal music. The group brings together divergent groups of musicians who often have to work to seek out literature they can use together. This performance is free and open to the public.
For Info: Ticket Office at 314-516-4949
Weight Watchers at Work
Date/Time: April 9, 2013 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Location: 225 MSC, Conference Room
Audience: Open
Description: Come join Weight Watchers at Work on campus any Tuesday. A group of faculty and staff meet with a Weight Watchers facilitator on a weekly basis. Can’t make the Open House but want to join? To initiate the process, follow the instructions below: Go to wellness.weightwatchers.com. Enter Company ID: 46814. Enter Company Passcode: WW46814. Register as a new member. General information: Meetings are 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tuesdays in 225 MSC. Cost is $39.95 per month and includes free access to E-Tools, an online resource to help with your success. Contact Teresa Balestreri at 314-516-5002 or tkb@umsl.edu for more information.
For Info: Teresa Balestreri at 314-516-5002
Lunch and Learn: The Do’s and Don’ts of Interviewing
Date/Time: April 9, 2013 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Location: Century Room C, MSC
Audience: Open
Description: With graduation just around the corner, the only thing between you and a job is that pesky interview. Well, we have just the program to help you. Come join University Program Board for some free food while learning what to do and what not to do while interviewing. Everything will be discussed, from what to wear, to common questions asked, to what not to say in response. All students, faculty and staff members are welcome to join. Don’t forget! Every UPB event you attend is another chance to win a new iPad™. All you have to do is show up and enjoy, complete a survey afterward, and you’re entered to win. It’s that easy!
For Info: Scott Morrissey or other UPB member at 314-516-5531
LinkedIn & Beyond
Date/Time: April 9, 2013 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: 278 MSC, Career Services Conference Room
Audience: Student
Description: Heard of LinkedIn but are not sure what it is and how to use it? Can Facebook and Twitter help your job search? Join us for a discussion of LinkedIn and social media resources. Please register at careers.umsl.edu.
For Info: Rachel Boehlow at 314-516-5111
Test-taking Strategies Workshop
Date/Time: April 9, 2013 2:30 PM to 3:15 PM
Location: 225 MSC (Center for Student Success Conference Room)
Audience: Open
Description: Learn tips for taking different types of tests and how to better manage test-taking jitters.
For Info: Antionette Sterling at 314-516-7994
Mass and Soup
Date/Time: April 9, 2013 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Location: Catholic Newman Center
Audience: Open
Description: Every Tuesday we gather at the Newman Center in our Living Room. Everyone is welcome. We are a friendly group and would love to see you. Also, we have a simple but delicious meal of homemade soup and bread available afterwards.
For Info: Rachelle Simon at 314-385-3455
LSAT Strategy Workshop
Date/Time: April 9, 2013 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: 403 J.C. Penney Conference Center
Audience: Open
Description: This is a one-evening workshop that will help students wanting to prepare for the LSAT decide if they would like to help improve their performance on the test. An overview of the LSAT Test Prep course will be discussed.
For Info: Jennifer Clemente at 314-516-5994
Using Cognos Student Reports
Date/Time: April 10, 2013 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Location: 65 JCP
Audience: UMSL Only
Description: This session is intended for individuals interested in using the student reports available via Cognos. These reports contain data at the student or course level and are operationally oriented, rather than high-level summaries. The goal of this session is to familiarize UMSL faculty and staff with the Cognos environment and available student-oriented reports. Topics in this hands-on session include: set-up activities; signing on; setting the default folder; effectively navigating in the application; an overview of the reports; how to run reports; and where to find documentation. There will be ample time for questions. Verify your access to Cognos by following the directions at: umsl.edu/~ir/files/pdfs/VerifyCognosAccess.pdf.
For Info: Larry Westermeyer or Carol Sholy at
Mindfulness Meditation
Date/Time: April 10, 2013 12:15 PM to 12:45 PM
Location: Center for Student Success conference room — 225 MSC
Audience: Open
Description: Mindfulness Meditation is a proven—and increasingly popular—method for reducing stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia, and a variety of medical conditions. Incorporating Mindfulness into your schedule can enhance your overall well-being and allow you to live your life more fully. These weekly, guided Mindfulness activities are free and open to beginning as well as experienced meditators.
For Info: James Linsin at 314-516-5711
Workshop: Getting the Most from Note-taking
Date/Time: April 10, 2013 2:30 PM to 3:15 PM
Location: 225 MSC (Center for Student Success Conference Room)
Audience: Open
Description: Learn how to format and organize your notes to benefit your studying and a technique for determining what to record in your notes.
For Info: Antionette Sterling at 314-516-7994
Writing Teaching Philosophy and Research Statements
Date/Time: April 10, 2013 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location: 589 Lucas – CTL Conference Room
Audience: Faculty
Description: Begin working on documents for third year, promotion, tenure review and award nominations. Learn to craft these statements with structure, guidance, resources, and examples provided by faculty colleagues. Laptops are helpful, but not essential. You can reserve one now from the Technology Support Center in 211 Lucas, 314-516-6034.
For Info: Peggy Cohen at 314-516-4508
Youth Violence Prevention Conference
Date/Time: April 11, 2013 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Location: J.C. Penney Conference Center
Audience: Open
Description: Speakers at this year’s conference will examine victimization and strategies for reducing adolescent victimization. Research findings from St. Louis and other cities will identify the levels and types of victimizations occurring both in the community and in schools. Evidence-based policies and programs for violence education will also be discussed. Fee: $35.
For Info: Mary Gough at 314-516-5974
Floor Hockey League Deadline
Date/Time: April 11, 2013 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Location: On-Line League Registration
Audience: Open
Description: Campus Recreation’s Floor Hockey Leagues (men’s and coed) will be played on Tuesday nights at the Mark Twain Gym beginning April 16. Advance online registration is required by today, April 11. Go to: imleagues.com/UMSL/Registration.
For Info: Campus Recreation Office, 203 MT, at 314-516-5326
Writing Workshop: That Darned “S”!
Date/Time: April 11, 2013 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: SSB 207
Audience: Open
Description: Plurals, possessives, subject-verb agreement, contractions—it’s all so confusing until you review these basics. The lesson includes explanations of errors like its and it’s.
For Info: Chris Schott at 314-516-5613
Effective Studying Workshop
Date/Time: April 11, 2013 2:30 PM to 3:15 PM
Location: 225 MSC (Center for Student Success Conference Room)
Audience: Open
Description: Find out about effective techniques for note-taking, goal setting for studying, concentration, reading a textbook and basic test preparation.
For Info: Antionette Sterling at 314-516-7994
Battle of the Bands
Date/Time: April 11, 2013 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Pilot House
Audience: Open
Description: Come to the annual Battle of the Bands, sponsored by the Pierre Laclede Honors College Student Association. Come listen to awesome local bands while also raising money for PLHCSA’s charity of the year, Lydia’s House of St. Louis. Free food, T-shirts and entertainment will be available. There will be raffles and attendance drawings. The event is part of the UMSL Jubilee celebration. If you are in a band and would like to participate, please contact Jessie at jnbleile@mail.umsl.edu for more information.
For Info: Jessica Bleile at 314-640-0594
The Kinetic Chamber Project – UMSL Dance Spring 2013
Date/Time: April 11, 2013 8:00 PM
Location: Lee Theater, Touhill Performing Arts Center
Audience: Open
Description: Join the Department of Theatre, Dance and Media Studies for an evening of dance. Students will perform dance pieces choreographed by faculty, guest artists and aspiring student choreographers. All will enjoy this eclectic dance concert set in the intimate Lee Theater. Discounted SNAP student, faculty and staff tickets are available, but quantities are limited.
For Info: Ticket Office at 314-516-4949
Psychology Department Colloquium
Date/Time: April 12, 2013 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Location: 121 Research
Audience: Open
Description: The Department of Psychology and the Missouri Institute of Mental Health invite the campus community to attend a colloquium. Dr. J. Dennis Fortenberry, professor of pediatrics at Indiana University School of Medicine, will discuss “Sexual Modesty and Sexual Health Of Adolescent Women.” Please note: This is a change of date for this event.
For Info: Jean Mayo at 314-516-5393
2013 Relay For Life of UMSL
Date/Time: April 12, 2013 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM
Location: Don Dallas Soccer Field
Audience: Open
Description: There is a $10 donation to register. Please go to relayforlife.org/umslmo to register. Relay For Life is a life-changing event that celebrates cancer survivors, remembers those lost, and fights back against the disease. Come join us for some moving ceremonies, fun activities, and the opportunity to hang with people from UMSL and the surrounding communities.
For Info: Brandi Grieshaber at 314-516-5291
The Kinetic Chamber Project – UMSL Dance Spring 2013
Date/Time: April 12, 2013 8:00 PM
Location: Lee Theater, Touhill Performing Arts Center
Audience: Open
Description: Join the Department of Theatre, Dance and Media Studies for an evening of dance. Students will perform dance pieces choreographed by faculty, guest artist and aspiring student choreographers. All will enjoy this eclectic dance concert set in the Intimate Lee Theater. Discounted SNAP student, faculty and staff tickets are available, but quantities are limited.
For Info: Ticket Office at 314-516-4949
