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Beginning Teachers Assistance Program
Date/Time: October 13, 2012 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Location: J.C. Penney Conference Center
Audience: Open
Description: Attendance at the conference satisfies the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Beginning Teachers Assistance Program requirement for participation in a university/college-sponsored mentoring program. The program is required for advancement in state certification. Certificates of attendance will be provided at the conclusion of the day. Fee: $19.
For Info: Mattie Lewis at 314-516-5655

Family Field Day
Date/Time: October 13, 2012 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Mansion Hills
Audience: Open
Description: Bring out your families, friends, and yourself for a day of awesomeness! UPB and Mansion Hills is partnering up to give everyone a day of boat races, food and relay races!
For Info: Erin Potts or other UPB member at 314-516-5531

Write Stuff: A Road Map to Travel Writing
Date/Time: October 13, 2012 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location: 403 J.C. Penney Conference Center
Audience: Open
Description: Paris, Fiji, Los Angeles, the possibilities are endless for the travel writer, but no matter how high-flying the dreams of travel, writers need to stay grounded in reality when considering a career in travel writing. This workshop offers insider secrets of the profession, including the necessity of creating “voice,” and how to get published and paid. Fee: $65.
For Info: Mary Gough at 314-516-5974

‘In the Mood’ presented by Artbeat
Date/Time: October 13, 2012 3:00 PM, 7:30 PM
Location: Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall, Touhill PAC
Audience: Open
Description: “In the Mood,” the 1940s-style big band musical revue, is a celebration of America’s Greatest Generation through the music of The Andrews Sisters, Glenn Miller, The Dorsey Brothers, Frank Sinatra, Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw and other big band greats with costumes, arrangements and swing dance routines that are as authentic as it gets. With a 13-piece big band orchestra, and six singers and dancers (including a high energy swing dance couple), “In the Mood” revisits the music that moved a nation’s spirit and helped win a war. This era was the last time when all of America was listening and dancing to the same kind of music. Discount student, faculty and staff tickets available, but quantities are limited.
For Info: Touhill Ticket Office at 314-516-4949

Succeeding in Online Courses
Date/Time: October 15, 2012 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM
Location: Center for Student Success – 225 Millennium Student Center
Audience: Student
Description: Are you thinking about enrolling in an online course, but you are not sure about the expectations for this type of instruction? Or, are you already enrolled in one and would like to gain tips on how to succeed? This workshop is intended to give you a comprehensive look at online learning. We hope that it not only answers some questions about online courses but that it also provides “tools” necessary to succeed in this relatively new, and exciting, method of learning.
For Info: Antionette Sterling at 314-516-7994

Thief: A Film Screening and Director’s Discussion
Date/Time: October 15, 2012 12:15 PM to 1:15 PM
Location: J.C. Penney Conference Center
Audience: Open
Description: Julian Higgins is a Los Angeles-based director whose work has been screened in film festivals all over the world and won dozens of prizes. Recognized as an emerging young talent within the film industry, he recently made his small-screen directing debut with one of the final episodes of the long-running television drama series “House.” Higgins will screen his latest short, “Thief” — winner of the 2011 Gold Medal Student Academy Award — and discuss film-making, the creative process and strategies for young artists seeking to build a career in the arts.
For Info: Karen Lucas at 314-516-5698

The Major Challenge: Choosing a Major
Date/Time: October 15, 2012 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM
Location: Center for Student Success – 225 Millennium Student Center
Audience: Student
Description: Have you ever questioned your major choice or wondered if you will find a major that’s right for you? In this workshop, we will debunk common myths such as “There is only one right major for me,” or “A major is the same as a career.” You will learn how to identify majors and career paths that are a good fit for your personality, interests, strengths and values. Students may follow-up with individual assistance.
For Info: Antionette Sterling at 314-516-7994

Survivor Series: A Family’s Loss – The Amanda Cates Story
Date/Time: October 15, 2012 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Museum Room, Provincial House
Audience: Open
Description: Domestic violence has far-reaching affects. On Aug. 29, 2006, the Cates family learned this firsthand when their daughter, a police officer with the Normandy Police Department, was murdered by her fiancé, who was also a cop. The family will share their story and provide insight into how domestic violence goes beyond a couple. Refreshments will be provided.
For Info: Ashlee Roberts at 314-516-5291

SisterScholars-In-Training
Date/Time: October 16, 2012 12:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: MSC 313
Audience: Open
Description: As part of the Access to Success (A2S) Initiative, the purpose of this group is to provide a space for African American female students to enhance their intellectual and personal identities as they work toward degree attainment.
For Info: Angela Coker at 314-516-6088

SharePoint 2010 – Making it Work for You
Date/Time: October 16, 2012 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: 65 JCP
Audience: UMSL Only
Description: Understand basic site navigation and administration tasks such as adding users, co-authoring documents, sharing and organizing files and calendars, creating sub sites, adding announcements and alerts, using MySite, and more.
For Info: Mary Brown at

Info sessions: Is a Graduate Business Degree in your future?
Date/Time: October 16, 2012 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Location: SSB 401
Audience: Open
Description: Stop by for information on graduate business programs — MBA, MSIS, MAcc, Graduate Certificates — talk to an advisor and meet other MBA students, Q&A, snacks!
For Info: Francesca Ferrari at 314-516-5885

Lunch and Learn: Pizza and Your Personality
Date/Time: October 16, 2012 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Location: Century Room C
Audience: Faculty/Staff/Students
Description: This is a fun and interactive way to learn something new about yourself while having a meal on us!
For Info: Shatera Davis or other UPB member at 314-516-5531

Targeted Résumé Writing Workshop
Date/Time: October 16, 2012 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Career Services, 278 MSC
Audience: Student
Description: Your résumé is an important job-hunting tool; its purpose is to market yourself to potential employers. Learn how to write a targeted résumé. Bring your résumé for a review after the workshop. Please register for this workshop at careers.umsl.edu.
For Info: Rachel Boehlow at 314-516-5317

It’s about Time (Management)!
Date/Time: October 16, 2012 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM
Location: Center for Student Success – 225 Millennium Student Center
Audience: Student
Description: Learn how to improve grades, improve your quality of life and divide time between work and recreation. This workshop will help you examine how you spend your time and how you might be able to become more efficient in your role as a student.
For Info: Antionette Sterling at 314-516-7994

Mass and Soup
Date/Time: October 16, 2012 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. All are 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

Information Systems Programming Club
Date/Time: October 16, 2012 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: 106 ESH
Audience: Open
Description: Topic: Geographic information systems speaker: Jeff Stahlhuth, director, information technologies for Horner & Shifrin Inc.
For Info: Dr. Dinesh Mirchandani at 314-516-7354

Missouri Baptist Mammography Van
Date/Time: October 17, 2012 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Location: Mobile Van for Mammography Screenings
Audience: Faculty/Staff
Description: Must have insurance information ready when calling to set up an appointment.
For Info: Kathy Castulik at 314-516-4657

Essentials of Using the MyGateway Grade Center
Date/Time: October 17, 2012 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM
Location: 106 Express Scripts Hall (ESH)
Audience: UMSL Only
Description: Effective use of the MyGateway Grade Center is an important way to communicate critical information to your students concerning their academic progress. Please join the Faculty Resource Center (FRC) for a tour of this tool. Items for discussion include: Creating grade columns, entering grades, modifying grades, working with weighted grades, saving a copy of your Grade Center and downloading and uploading grades. If you have questions about the workshop please contact the FRC at 314-516-6704 or frc@umsl.edu.
For Info: Tom Roedel, Jennifer Simms and Paul Wilmarth at

UMSL Month of Giving 2012!
Date/Time: October 17, 2012 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: MSC Nosh
Audience: Open
Description: October is UMSL Month of Giving! Join us in the Nosh at lunchtime to learn more about the UMSL annual community outreach giving campaign for United Way and Community Health Charities taking place this month, as well as fundraising efforts by student organizations. Our campus charitable giving goal this year is $75,000. Your participation will make a difference for people in our community! For more information, please visit umsl.edu/monthofgiving/ or contact Patricia Zahn at zahnp@umsl.edu.
For Info: Patricia Zahn at 314-516-5267

Ferguson Lunch Trolley
Date/Time: October 17, 2012 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: Three Pickup Locations on Campus
Audience: Open
Description: The Ferguson Lunch Trolley provides free round-trip shuttle service to Ferguson Citywalk restaurants for lunch on Wednesdays. The trolley will make four continuous loops between 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sandwich board signs will be placed at trolley pickup sites. Campus pickup locations: Woods Hall (west side), MSC (east side), and Marillac Hall (main entrance). Ferguson restaurants: Celebrity Southern Soul Food; Corner Coffee House; El Palenque; Faraci Pizza; Ferguson Brewing Co.; Imo’s Pizza; KFC; Little Caesar’s Pizza; Marley’s Bar & Grill; Mimi’s Subway Bar & Grill; New Chinese Gourmet; Popeye’s Chicken; Queen’s Chinese Restaurant; Quizno’s; The Red Apple; Subway; Vincenzo’s Italian Ristorante; The Whistle Stop.
For Info: Mary Haux at 314-332-5546

The UMSL-St. Louis City Police Department Public Safety Partnership
Date/Time: October 17, 2012 12:00 PM to 1:15 PM
Location: 427 Social Sciences/Business Building
Audience: Open
Description: Join us for an Applied Research Seminar: “The Public Safety Partnership Between UMSL, the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, and the City of St. Louis: Progress and Challenges.” Presented by Rick Rosenfeld, professor of criminology and criminal justice; Michael Deckard, PhD student; and Emily Blackburn, St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department Crime Analysis Unit.
For Info: Rebecca Pastor at 314-516-5277

Mindfulness Meditation
Date/Time: October 17, 2012 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: Jamie Linsin at 314-516-5711

Welcome to Philosophy!
Date/Time: October 17, 2012 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
Location: Millennium Student Center Century Room A
Audience: Open
Description: When did you first become interested in philosophy? What can you do with a philosophy degree? The Department of Philosophy is hosting a special event for anyone interested in finding out why people chose to earn a degree in philosophy and how it helped them. A panel of UMSL students, alumni and professors will discuss questions related to this topic. Free pizza and drinks will be provided.
For Info: John Camacho at 314-516-5631

Interviewing Skills Workshop
Date/Time: October 17, 2012 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Center For Student Success, 225 MSC
Audience: Student
Description: Do you want to know more about interviewing and how to improve your skills? Join us to learn techniques and tips for successful interviews. A representative from Sherwin Williams will be presenting. Please register for this workshop at careers.umsl.edu.
For Info: Rachel Boehlow at 314-516-5317

Communicating Effectively in College
Date/Time: October 17, 2012 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Location: Center for Student Success – 225 Millennium Student Center
Audience: Student
Description: Effective communication skills are critical in college. Understanding faculty expectations is a key to your success and intentional participation in class will yield great rewards. Learn how to facilitate effective communication with your professors in a variety of situations and learn about the benefits of classroom participation.
For Info: Antionette Sterling at 314-516-7994

‘Protecting our Children: Lessons Learned from Penn State’
Date/Time: October 17, 2012 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: J.C. Penney Conference Center (Lobby and Auditorium)
Audience: Open
Description: Colloquium and discussion presented by Children’s Advocacy Services of Greater St. Louis. Moderated by Dr. Jerry Dunn, academic director. Reception begins at 6:30 p.m. in the J.C. Penney Lobby. The program is 7 to 9 p.m. in the auditorium.
For Info: Fern Mreen at 314-516-5403

Bowling & Pizza Party
Date/Time: October 17, 2012 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: North Oaks Bowl, 7125 Natural Bridge Road
Audience: Faculty/Staff/Students
Description: Campus Rec’s Bowling Party is tonight from 7 to 9 p.m. at North Oaks Bowl. Pizza and fun provided! Best of all, it’s free! Call your friends! Advance registration necessary! So hurry, space is limited! Register in the Campus Rec Office, 203 Mark Twain, 314-516-5326.
For Info: Campus Recreation Office, 203 MT at 516-5326

Entry Deadline for Racquetball Tournament
Date/Time: October 18, 2012 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Mark Twain Rec Center (Racquetball Courts)
Audience: Faculty/Staff/Students
Description: Today is the sign-up deadline for the Campus Rec Racquetball Tournament, which will be held Oct. 23-26. Divisions are offered for all skill levels and matches will be scheduled according to players’ availability. Register at the Rec Office, 203 Mark Twain, 314-516-5326.
For Info: Campus Recreation Office, 203 MT at 314-516-5326

Essentials of Using the MyGateway Grade Center
Date/Time: October 18, 2012 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM
Location: 103 South Campus Classroom Building (SCCB)
Audience: UMSL Only
Description: Effective use of the MyGateway Grade Center is an important way to communicate critical information to your students concerning their academic progress. Please join the Faculty Resource Center for a tour of this tool. Items for discussion include: Creating grade columns, entering grades, modifying grades, working with weighted grades, saving a copy of your Grade Center and downloading and uploading grades. If you have questions about the workshop please contact the FRC at 314-516-6704 or frc@umsl.edu.
For Info: Tom Roedel, Jennifer Simms and Paul Wilmarth at

Etiquette Luncheon
Date/Time: October 18, 2012 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Location: Century Room, MSC
Audience: Student
Description: When dining with a potential employer or business associate, our manners convey our professionalism. Maria Everding, a nationally recognized etiquette consultant, will guide participants through a four-course luncheon meal. Admission: Tickets are $10 for students/alumni. Please register to attend in Career Services, 278 MSC.
For Info: Rachel Boehlow at 314-516-5317

Sigma Xi Talk – Advanced Materials for Energy Storage
Date/Time: October 18, 2012 12:45 PM to 2:00 PM
Location: 451 Benton Hall
Audience: Open
Description: Professor Eric Majzoub, associate director, Center for Nanoscience, and Department of Physics and Astronomy, will present a talk titled “Advanced Materials for Energy Storage.” The talk is sponsored by the UMSL chapter of Sigma Xi.
For Info: Keith Stine at 314-516-5346

Writing Center Workshop: Writing the Research Essay
Date/Time: October 18, 2012 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: SSB205
Audience: Open
Description: Writing a research paper? Wondering where to start? What to do? Learn how to approach writing the research paper — working with quotes, how to cite journal articles, Internet sources, books, and more!
For Info: Chris Schott at 314-516-5613

Entrepreneur Training Series: Networking
Date/Time: October 18, 2012 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location: ITE (4633 World Parkway Circle)
Audience: Student
Description: Please join us for an educational and networking event between life science students and local startups. Students from Saint Louis University, Washington University and the University of Missouri–Columbia will also be in attendance. We will have presentations from four life science startups —  Retectix, Apse, MOgene, and Confluence Life Sciences — followed by a networking reception. Complimentary refreshments will be provided.
For Info: Caitlin Reynolds at 314-824-2000

Leadership Discover Summit Keynote: The Cuban Guy
Date/Time: October 18, 2012 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: J.C. Penney Auditorium
Audience: Open
Description: At 16, Andres Lara escaped from Cuba and came to the United States. He went from homeless and alone to a college graduate and millionaire by 26. Now a motivational speaker, Lara will speak on how “How to Move Forward When You Feel Like Quitting: Becoming Unstoppable.”
For Info: Ashlee Roberts at 314-516-5291

Fechner Day Lecture
Date/Time: October 19, 2012 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
Location: Century C, MSC
Audience: Open
Description: The Fechner Day Lecture will feature Dr. Jacob Sivak presenting “Finding the Causes and the Means to Prevent Myopia.” Sivak is a professor emeritus in optometry and vision science at the University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.
For Info: Dr. Carl Bassi at 314-516-6029

Conversations about Service-Learning at UMSL
Date/Time: October 19, 2012 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Location: CTL Conference Room – 589 Lucas
Audience: Faculty/Staff
Description: Join the Service-Learning Leadership Team to discuss service-learning at UMSL and begin planning a community-based learning experience for one of your courses.
For Info: Margaret W. Cohen at 314-516-7133

Awakenings Retreat
Date/Time: October 19, 2012 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Location: Meet at CNC, bus ride to Camp Rockyvine
Audience: Open
Description: Our biggest program of the year, so you don’t want to miss out! Take a weekend to renew and deepen your relationship with God and with each other. During the retreat, there are talks given by students, opportunities to pray, reflect, share with small groups, and have fun with bonfires and games! Invite your friends — come make new friends! Take a chance on yourself, you are worth it!
For Info: Rachelle Simon at 314-385-3455