The A to Z of summer break Upcoming events: Summer edition Bonus: ! Sure, you may have that degree in your hand, but do you know what to do after graduation? Follow our handy guide for tips to maximize yyour break.
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April 27 to June 29
The Choices Medical Services mobile medical unit will be stationed on the Farber Hall parking lot of the Neosho campus on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The services started on April 27 and will continue until June 29. Some of the free services available include STI testing and treatment for HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes, hepatitis B and C, bacterial vaginosis, and trichomonas. Additionally, there will be wellness screenings and pregnancy testing. Appointments can be made by calling 417-540-2485 or by visiting choicesmedical.org/mobile.
May 5 Robert Ensor will be performing May 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the Elsie Plaster building of the Neosho campus. The piano recital will be his last performance, before he retires. The production is free and open to the public. For more information, call 417-4555470 or contact him at robertensor@crowder.edu
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Apply to jobs Applying to jobs, internships, or universities is what summer means to a lot of college students. Currently, a number of jobs are available locally. For example, Student
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Become a beach bum This summer treat yourself to a nice, relaxing beach visit. There are many places to go enjoy the hot summer sand. After 16 weeks of intense homework and studying, you deserve a dip in the ocean before school is back in session.
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Cap and gown
Graduation requires all students to have a cap and gown to walk in the event. Gowns, caps, and tassels can be picked up duringg final’s week in Farber er Hall. The Cap and Gown are black; but, the tassels are different colors depending on major. “I realized I needed to order my cap and gown by reading an e-mail. I’m so o excited!” said Stephanie Navarro, general neral studies major. For more information,, visit www.crowder.edu/services/records/ d/ graduation.
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Exploring
Other than the obvious time you can spend outside in the sun while the weather is nice, there are a lot of places around Missouri that you can go and try to get more culture. There are all kinds of museums, art galleries and historic sites all throughout the State. From the 1889 Squirrel Cage Jail in Gallatin, Mo to the 1984 Arcade in Springfield, Mo, the reasons for an in-state road trip are unique and interesting. For a longer list of anything to do in Missouri, visit visitmo.com.
Dates, drive-ins, and Dirty Dancing
Summer is approaching which I firmly believe is the best time for dates because the options are endless. You and your better half can go swimming, hiking, late night star gazing, biking, boating, and so much more. You can even make a trip to the Carthage Route 66 Drive-In. Drive-ins are a hot spot to hit up when that heat stays until nighttime. Get away from the boring “dinner-and-a-movie” and spice things up by going to the drive-in with some yummy take-out. Also, Dirty Dancing is always a good movie to watch, so clearly it had to be added to this. Cause like, “no one puts Baby in a corner.”
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Fun in the sun
There are a number of nearby locations you can visit to make your summer vacation memorable. In Joplin, there are a number of places to go: the Grand Falls, Lazer Force Lazer Tag Zone, Calypso Scuba and Swim, and other parks. These places may bring enjoyment for those who enjoy scuba diving, exploring the outdoors, and laser tag. For more cheap or free places to visit, go to: Tripadvisor.com and tripbuzz.com.
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Graduation
Of course, now is the time for graduation to those students who have succeeded in their educational endeavors. Graduation can be both incredibly exciting, but also somewhat daunting. It’s also an overwhelming thought to wonder, “What comes next?” It pays to think ahead!
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Internship
In order to jump-start your career in the field you chose, you might want to look at this. Depending on where you decide to apply for an internship, you can either work for free or be paid. I would recommend working for free starting out, simply because that shows you genuinely want to pursue the career you are applying for. However, once you’re sure of what you want to do, don’t hesitate demanding pay! Another pro of taking an internship, you might be able to obtain credits for school.
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There are many ways to help someone over the break, whether they be helping the community, helping family and friends or even helping strangers. There are dozens of local groups always looking for volunteers to help them. Whether they be animal shelters like Faithful Friends or local soup kitchens, there are many ways for those who want to help to do so. Those wanting to make a difference for others can easily do so locally.
July 4th
There are plenty of fun events to go to around this time of the year. The Fourth of July is going to be celebrated in Neosho on July 2 at Morse Park, and at the Hugh Robinson Memorial Airport with entertainment, activities, and a fireworks display. Check local area Chambers of Commerce to find out when other events will be happening in your local area.
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When summers rolls around it is the perfect time for Grandma to visit us. “I only get to see my Grandma once, at my family reunion, and it makes me so happy to see her,” stated Cydnee Piper, an agricultural major at Crowder. She later stated, “Seeing her makes me feel like a little kid again, or the greatest person in the world.” After all, It’s hard to say no to Nana’s homemade cookies, and the constant spoiling.
As graduation rolls around, everyone begins to become a little more sentimental. We begin to ask ourselves questions such as “Do I really need to keep this piece of paper that has my name on it from whenever I first moved into the dorm?”
The answer is no, you don’t. Throw the paper away, but keep the important things: the first t-shirt you got representing your college, a mix tape, cards or pictures that you
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What is LinkedIn, you ask? Well, it is a business-oriented social networking service. Its basic function is to allow users- workers and employers- to create profiles and connect to each other in representing real-world professional relationships.
Users can invite anyone to become a connection, which is a great way to obtain referrals and info on job openings. This summer, instead of using social media to stalk your ex, sign up for a networking site that will allow you to link up with profesison-
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Magna Cum Laude A silver cord is available for those who qualify for the Magna Cum Laude program. The requirements for this academic honor are to have
a 3.85-3.99 grade point average (GPA). Other awards include Summa Cum Laude, for those with a 4.0 GPA, and Cum Laude for those students who have a GPA between 3.5 and 3.84 at the time of graduation.
Those students would get a Gold cord, and a Bronze cord, respectively, according to the Crowder Student
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With 41 million Spanish-speaking people in the United States, it pays to invest in learning some Spanish. Sonya Brown, a Spanish instructor at Crowder, said bilingual people have many advantages in the workplace over those who only speak one language. In the image below, Annie Lazure, freshman, studies a lesson during her Spanish class at Crowder.
“There’s usually a pay raise, but there’s also job security,” Brown said. “If it’s between you and another candidate for the job, and you’re bilingual, you’re more likely to get the job. Also, if there’s cutbacks at a workplace, the person who’s bilingual is more likely to stay.” For
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I’m sure the last thing on your mind now that summer is almost here is how you can improve your organization skills.
However, being organized can make your life a lot easier, which is a good thing, considering life itself can get pretty messy sometimes. When you’re finally ready to kick the clutter, hit up your friend Pinterest for some tips and ideas.
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Planning
We all use the summer to relax and forget all about homework and tests, but that does not mean that we need to forget about classes altogether. If you’ve just graduated and are looking to transfer, there are all kinds of things you need to plan for the upcoming semester. Enrolling as soon as you can saves a lot of panicking from not having to just hope that the class you need is not full when you enroll last minute. After all, who even wants 8 a.m. classes? You can plan your classes around your job, give time to study occasionally so that all of that studying the past semester was not for nothing, and you can intern in your field of expertise in all of that
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Question life
When school gets out and you have a bit more time on your hands, it’s only natural to have fun every chance you get. Nevertheless, you should take the extra time on your hands and dedicate some of it to examining your life, where you’ve been, and where you plan on going. Look back on the previous semester, and figure out what went really well, and what you can do to improve upon the next semester. In regards to planning for the future, Forbes says to, “begin with a direction, based on a real desire, in which you think you want to go. Then, complement that with a strategy to discover and create opportunities consistent with your desire.” After all, college isn’t all about knowing what you want to be from the get-go. In order to know who you are, you need to consider who you want to be and how to get there. There is no better time than the present to do this, my friend. Questioning life is part of the normal process of self-reflection that comes with pursuing a higher education, moving away from home, and even failing a class. If you are worried about the future, some anxiety is normal. If you are having depressive or suicidal thoughts, however, reach out. For help about suicide prevention, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, or contact a Crisis Text Line counsellor by texting “GO” to 741741.
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Relationships
Relationships can be a hassle during the school year, and no one has time for dates because of the homework and studying. However, the summer is a different ball game; people have so much time to be themselves and travel wherever they want. What’s better than doing that with a significant other? Some tips to help make a summer relationship last are: solidify your friendship, appreciate each other, concentrate on the future, share power, find common goals, understand anger, break negative cycles, focus on what’s fixable, and accept the unsolvable. Have fun this summer and make it count by enjoying the presence of another best friend by your side.
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Service Seed
Crowder students are expected to complete four hours of community service each semester they attend the college. According to the “Service Seed” page on the Crowder website, the reason for this community service is to give students “the opportunity to be exposed to the community in which they live from a different perspective than they might otherwise see.” Other benefits to community service include intangible items like: good karma, networking opportunities, an opportunity to learn new skills and a way to build a legacy. The service seed helps Crowder to fulfill its mission of “Building a civil, serving, literate, learning community of responsible citizens.”
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Transfer
Transferring to a new college can be a scary change to take on, but luckily you can get a better idea of what you’re going into when other colleges come to Crowder to promote their school. Missouri Southern State University (MSSU), for example, brings advisors, IT Techs, Admissions representatives, and other staff to help enrolling Crowder students who couldn’t make it to Joplin, where the school is located. The event happened in the last few weeks of the semester, had free food, and according to Belinda Cotton, MSSU transfer representative, more than 100 students enrolled within the first four hours of the transfer fair. Hailey Jenson, Psychology major, sophomore, got some of this transfer help. According to Jenson, she had been feeling panicked about enrolling but with MSSU coming to Crowder, it was all a breeze.
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University The summer is also a great time to prepare for and look into the various universities around the state. From University of Missouri in Columbia, to Missouri State in Springfield, there are dozens and dozens of future campuses to transfer to for graduates. Even if you aren’t graduating, it’s never too early to look into future education. After all, the early bird does get the worm.
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Vacation
Finals week will take place May 9 to 12, with graduation taking place on Saturday, May 14. According to the Crowder website, classes are still available for the summer semester, which takes place from June 6 to July 29. For those who don’t’ have Financial Aid covering their summer classes; students can also, oh, I don’t know, actually enjoy their break? There are many companies, like Education First (EF) College Break, which offers college students a chance to travel internationally during the break. For
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Of course, for some, the most desirable action over the summer break is to get a job. Everyone wants wan money, so everyone needs a job. Even a basic basi summer job is better than doing nothing. There are always places hiring, if you know where pla to look.
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You Only Live Once
If you are wanting an adventure this summer, consider a real adrenaline-pumping outing. Monett Skydiving offers a variety of unforgettable experiences, including tandem skydiving for first-time skydivers with the option of a video package. They also offer courses through which you can become a certified skydiver. Rates start at about $250 per jump, and it is recommended you book your jump at least a month in advance. For more information, call 1-800-617-7948 or go online to www.skydiving.com.
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Before you get that final grade, you have to take that final exam. It’s important that you’ve done all you can to prepare for final exams by getting as much study time as possible. Prioritize which classes you spend the most time studying for by starting with the classes you struggle the most with. If Biology just doesn’t come naturally to you, spend more time on it than classes that you like and naturally succeed in. The better you do, the better your GPA. The better your GPA, the more scholarships you can get, which puts more money in your pocket. USA Today says to “get some sleep and avoid caffeine,” which is typically counter-intuitive to the way many college students study in the weeks before.
Book Buyback 60% on Qualifying Books May 9-31 Sell your books back at any location: Neosho, Cassville, Webb City, or McDonald County
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NEWS BRIEFS The Evening of Jazz, hosted by the Foundation Office, took place at the Neosho Civic Center in downtown Neosho on Tuesday, April 26. A Branson raffle package was up for grabs at the event, where over $2,400 was raised including show tickets, accommodations, and more. Crowder Friends of the Library sponsored the Annual Book Sale from April 18 to April 20. Friends of the Library were also able to preview the event on those days. The event was open to the public. The inaugural Roughrider Car Show was held on April 30, in the Farber parking lot on the Neosho campus. This show brought many cars and the community together as history was brought to life. Crowder will be holding this event annually. For more information about this event, visit squareup.com/store/crowder-collegefoundation-2.
Web Exclusives: The Crowder Sentry staff has created video reports during the semester: Chik-fil-a, PTK, FAFSA, High School Debate, and more. Watch them at CrowderSentry.net.
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Sleep During semesters, sleep becomes nearly impossible to get partly due to homework, studying, finals, and trying to have a social life. However, this summer, focus on catching up on sleep. Six reasons to grab a good night’s rest according to Kelly Gonsalves, a reporter for various articles, is: Sleep fights weight gain, improves decision-making abilities, decreases anxiety, refreshes your immune system, stabilizes blood sugar, and lowers overall risk of disease. Sleep is a very important function that everyone needs to live. It’s right up there with food and water. This summer, take a load off and catch a few winks.
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Bonfire When the sun goes down and it cools off, a bonfire is a great way to get together with friends and relax. Grab a few ice chests, pack them with your favourite drinks, light up the fire and watch the sunset. Make sure that the fire is in a safe location, so you don’t have more fire than you intended. Nidirect.gov says that when having a bonfire, it’s best to keep a source of water nearby in case of emergencies. Also, ensure that your bonfire is built away from flammable structures by building it five times its height away from any structures. One final bit of advice: if you value your life, don’t throw fireworks into a bonfire.