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UMSL Events for Nov. 5-11, 2011
UMSL Events for Nov. 5-11, 2011

Emerging Leader Program Mentor Applications Available
Date/Time: November 5-11, 2011
Location: Office of Student Life, 366 MSC
Audience: Open
Description: Emerging Leaders is a unique opportunity for UMSL students to get on the fast-track to student leadership, campus, and community involvement. Students participating in the Emerging Leaders Program will receive an insider’s perspective on Student Life at UMSL. Throughout the program, students will have an opportunity to develop their leadership abilities through workshops, activities and reflection in order to prepare them for future leadership experience at UMSL and beyond. Each mentor will be paired up with 2 participants with the same major. Mentors are trained by the Office of Student Life to develop leadership potential on a peer level. They operate as a campus and community resource for their mentees as well as being an observable example of the qualities, character and actions of a student leader. Applications are available in the Office of Student Life (366 MSC) and are due by 5 p.m. on Nov. 18. Contact Nick Messing at messingn@umsl.edu with any questions.
For Info: Nick Messing at 314-516-5217

In the Mood
Date/Time: November 5, 2011 3:00 PM, 7:30 PM
Location: Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall, The Touhill
Audience: Open
Description: Back by popular demand! In the Mood is the 1940s Big Band, Song and Swing Dance Revue that celebrates America’ Greatest Generation through the music of Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Artie Shaw, Benny Goodman, The Andrew Sisters, Frank Sinatra, and more with music arrangements, costumes and choreography that are as authentic as it gets! It’s a sentimental, romantic, nostalgic, jazzy and patriotic tribute to America’s Swing Era. Company of 19 on stage: Big Band and six vocalist/dancers, including a high-energy, swing-dance couple. For special pricing on UMSL student, faculty and staff tickets, call the Ticket Office at 314-516-4949.
For Info: Touhill Ticket Office at 314-516-4949

UMSL Events for Oct. 1-7, 2011
UMSL Events for Oct. 1-7, 2011

UMSL Family Days 2011
Date/Time: October 1, 2011 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Location: Various UMSL Locations
Audience: Open
Description: You are invited to attend Family Days 2011! Events include: Family-style Spaghetti Dinner, Comedians, Magicians, Family Fest with balloon artists, caricature artists, and a family service project. This event is free for UMSL students and their families, but registration is required. Sponsored by: The Office of Student Life and The Office of Residential Life and Housing
For Info: Office of Student Life at 314-516-5291

UMSL Events for Sept. 24-30, 2011
UMSL Events for Sept. 24-30, 2011

5k Run/Walk for Freedom
Date/Time: September 24, 2011 9:00 AM
Location: Queeny Park, Ballwin, MO
Audience: Open
Description: International Crisis Aid is hosting its third annual 5K Run/Walk for Freedom on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2011 at Queeny Park in Ballwin, near St. Louis, MO. Registration will begin at 8 a.m. and the Run/Walk will begin at 9 a.m. Proceeds benefit ICA’s Safe Campaign to help rescue and rehabilitate victims of sex trafficking. Cost: $40. More information is available online at: crisisaid.org.
For Info: Jennifer Jones at 314-487-1400

UMSL Events for Sept. 17-23, 2011

Zipline Adventure
Date/Time: September 17, 2011 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: Meramec Caverns Park
Audience: students, faculty and staff
Description: Today is Campus Recreation’s Zipline Adventure. Soar through the treetops on ziplines at Meramec Caverns Park. Thrilling fun for everyone! The cost is only $10 per UMSL student. Transportation is provided. Participants must register in advance. Call the Campus Rec Office 314-516-5326 to see if spots are still available.
For Info: Campus Recreation Office, 203 Mark Twain Athletic & Fitness Center, 314-516-5326