Tiger Tidbits 4-3-13

Georgetown College Wednesday – April 3rd, 2013

NEXUS/CEP:              

The Invisible War (LLB-D) Pre-Health Association (FLEX) SGA General Assembly (LLB-D) Music from Czech Republic (LLB-C) Shakespeare for My Father (LLB-D) Biology Club Fungal Walk (FLEX) Campus Worship (LLB-A) Modern Day Ivory Crisis: Poaching of Elephants in Africa – Sam Sangster (FLEX) MCLC Foreign Film Series (LLB-D) Senior Career Seminar, Networking 1.0 & 2.0 (LLB-D) Mr. Dan Woellert – Turner Societies (LLB-B) Poetry Reading – Dr. Allen Clay (LLB-D) LTS presents "OpShop" (LLB-D) Attentiveness as Creating Space for Hospitality – Dr. Cathy Ross (TIGER)

Upcoming Events:    

Keeneland College Scholarship Day Joyful Noise Choir Spring Concert The Earth Day Event Housing Assignments

Announcements:     

Graduate Opportunities – Rex Hobbs 2nd Annual Georgetown College Women’s Retreat Scholarships for Outstanding Women Leaders GC Online Summer Courses Food for Kids

Reminders:     

NEXUS Committee It’s Never Too Late to Request a Tutor Writing Center Running Club Student Wellness Exercise Programs: Spring 2013

The Grave Center for Calling & Career:  

Professional Workshops, Events, and Career Fairs Job/Internship Opportunities (updated weekly) Brought to you by Student Life 3rd Floor of Student Center

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Georgetown College Wednesday – April 3rd, 2013

NEXUS/CEP: The Invisible War (LLB-D) Wednesday, April 3rd, 2013 (7:00 p.m.)

Asher Science Center Room 112 Pre-Health Association (FLEX)  Rex Hobbs from Lincoln Memorial University to speak about graduate opportunities including; PA, Medical School, Nursing, and Vet School  Wednesday, April 3rd, 2013 (7:00 p.m.)

Asher Science Center Room 32 SGA General Assembly (LLB-D) Thursday, April 4th, 2013 (11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)

John L. Hill Chapel Music from Czech Republic (LLB-C) Thursday, April 4th, 2013 (8:00 p.m.)

John L. Hill Chapel Shakespeare for My Father (LLB-D) Friday, April 5th-7th, 2013 (7:00 p.m.)

Ruth Pearce Wilson Lab Theatre Biology Club Fungal Walk (FLEX)  The Georgetown Biology Club is traveling to either Red River Gorge or Cave Run Lake to find fungi and enjoy the natural scenery. RSVP to: o Makenna Williams (mwillia6@georgetowncollege.edu) o Dr. Carletta (mcarlet0@georgetowncollege.edu).  Saturday, April 6th, 2013 (10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) o Raindate: April 20th, 2013  Leaving from the Loading Dock at Asher Science Center Campus Worship (LLB-A) Tuesday, April 9th, 2013 (11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)

John L. Hill Chapel Modern Day Ivory Crisis: Poaching of Elephants in Africa – Sam Sangster (FLEX) Wednesday, April 10th, 2013 (5:00 p.m.)

Asher Science Center Room 32

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Georgetown College Wednesday – April 3rd, 2013

MCLC Foreign Film Series (LLB-D) Wednesday, April 10th, 2013 (6:00 p.m.)

Asher Science Center Room 112 Senior Career Seminar, Networking 1.0 & 2.0 (LLB-D) Wednesday, April 10th, 2013 (6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.)

Jones-Hall-Nelson Suite Mr. Dan Woellert – Turner Societies (LLB-B) Thursday, April 11th, 2013 (1:00 p.m.)

Asher Science Center Room 112 Poetry Reading – Dr. Adam Clay (LLB-D) Thursday, April 11th, 2013 (3:00 p.m.)

Ward Room of LRC LTS presents "OpShop" (LLB-D) Thursday, April 11th, 2013 (8:00 p.m.)

John L. Hill Chapel Attentiveness as Creating Space for Hospitality – Dr. Cathy Ross (TIGER) Tuesday, April 16th, 2013 (4:00 p.m.)

Ward Room of LRC

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Georgetown College Wednesday – April 3rd, 2013

Upcoming Events: Keeneland College Scholarship Day:  Friday, April 5th, 2013 Joyful Noise Choir Spring Concert:  The Spring Concert will feature inspirational music from several genres ranging from classical to traditional and contemporary Gospel to Contemporary Christian and much more! We are excited to have as our featured guests renowned baritone, Mr. Keith Dean (back by popular demand) as well as The Amazing Georgetones! A reception will be held immediately following the Concert in the Jones-Hall-Nelson Suite!  Admission is Free!  Monday, April 15th, 2013 (7:00 p.m.)

John L. Hill Chapel The Earth Day Event:  With Cheyenne Marie Mize and Justin Paul Lewis  Booths by organization and businesses committed to sustainability, fair trade, and social justice. Bring 3 recyclable items to enter for a chance to win door prizes! Children’s activities will be provided.  Sunday, April 21st, 2013 (5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.)

Giddings Lawn, Georgetown College FREE Admission!

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Georgetown College Wednesday – April 3rd, 2013

Housing Assignments:  The time is coming to sign up for housing for that 2013/14 academic year.

Start thinking about roommates now! The sign-up schedule and steps are listed below. I will also hold a “Housing Q&A” session on Tuesday, April 2nd at 11- 12 am in the Porter Conference Room on the 3rd floor of the Student Center.  To see the eligibility guidelines for living in East Campus, Rucker Village or Hambrick Village, please use the link below: http://www.georgetowncollege.edu/studentlife/residence-life/residencehalls/  Application Dates: o East Campus: 4/8 – 4/12: Assignments will be posted in the Student Life Office on 4/15 o Rucker and Hambrick Village: 4/15 – 4/19: Assignments will be posted in the Student Life Office on 4/22 o South Campus:  4/22 – Greek members can apply to live in their organization’s building  4/23 – Current Seniors can apply  4/24 – Current Juniors can apply  4/25 – Current Sophomores can apply  4/26 – Current Freshman can apply  Cancellation Fee: If you sign up to live in Rucker Village, Hambrick Village, East Campus or a private room and then withdraw your application, there is a cancellation fee of up to $200.  Application Steps: o Sign on to MyGC o Go to Departments o Go to Student Life o Go to Housing Forms (last one in the column on the left) o Click on the location to which you are applying: East, Rucker, Hambrick, South Campus  If you have any questions please email: Laura_Wyly@georgetowncollege.edu

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Georgetown College Wednesday – April 3rd, 2013

Announcements: 2nd Annual Georgetown College Women’s Retreat:  Attention Georgetown ladies—are you exhausted? Need a break even though you just had spring break? Join us for the 2nd Annual Georgetown College Women’s Retreat. We’ll be experiencing 24 Hours of Rest from Friday, April 5th and Saturday, April 6th, 2013 from 4 p.m. Friday to 4 p.m.

Saturday at Crossroads Christian Church in Lexington. The cost is only $10 and includes all meals! Registration Opens Monday, March 18th and the first 10 registrants get a 15 minute massage during the retreat! o Register today on MyGC>Departments > Religious Life o Questions? Contact  Faith at: faith_cracraft@georgetowncollege.edu  or EB at: ElBonita_Hawkins@georgetowncollege.edu Scholarships for Outstanding Women Leaders:  Applications are being accepted from currently enrolled Georgetown College women for the Woman’s Association of Georgetown College and the Wilma Reed Scholarships. Selection is based on financial need, academic standing (3.0 required), and contact information for the applicant’s minister and a college professor or official to use for references. Women planning a career in the health professions will be given priority for the Wilma Reed Scholarship. You may pick up an application in the Office of Student Life or download at: http://gogc.me/gcwomen  The application is due by May 4th, 2011.

GC Online Summer School Courses:  reduced rates & expanded course offerings.  Check out course offerings at: http://gogc.me/summeronline Food for Kids:  SOC118 is working with Royal Springs middle school doing the backpack program. This program helps feeds lower income students on the weekends. We are needing non-perishable items for breakfast, lunch, and dinners. We are also doing a clothing drive with a huge range of clothes needed. All help is greatly appreciated. There are boxes located in The Grille, The LRC, Knight Hall, Anderson Hall and Asher.

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Georgetown College Wednesday – April 3rd, 2013

Reminders: NEXUS Committee:  “All students must complete 48 Nexus credits during their 4 years at Georgetown, or 6 credits per semester. Eight of those credits need to be Tiger events. If you are a senior and you have not completed this requirement, there are numerous opportunities each week to do so.

Don’t let the lack of Nexus credits keep you from graduating from Georgetown College.”

It’s Never Too Late to Request a Tutor:  You can request a tutor on the portal or by visiting Faith in Academic Enhancement (3rd floor of the student center): https://my.georgetowncollege.edu/ICS/Departments/Academic_Enhanc ement/Tutor_Request_Form.jnz  Login to the portal first and then select the tutor you wish to work with and request a time that works best for you ALL ONLINE!  Group tutoring for Math, Science, Physics and Accounting will begin THIS week! Look for fliers and announcements in your classes for those days and times.

Writing Center:  Writing Center to open Sunday, Feb. 3—Do you need tutorial help with writing assignments and/or grammar or writing skills? Drop in or schedule an appointment at the Writing Center (LRC 016—in the basement). Call 502-863-8423 for an appointment or speak with a tutor beginning Feb. 3 during hours of operation. Open early evening Sunday through Thursday nights from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.; late night hours from 9 p.m. –11 p.m. on Weds, Thurs, and Sun.; afternoon hours Mon through Thurs from 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.; and morning hours on Tues and Thurs from 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m..

Closed on Fridays and Saturdays. If you have questions, contact Dr. John Sadlon, Writing Center Director.

Running Club:  Georgetown College is starting a running club and will be training for a 5K and a half marathon. This is for beginning runners as well as advanced.  5K: Group runs on Monday's and Wednesday's at 4 p.m. and Saturday's at 9 a.m.. We will meet in the lobby of the Rec.  1/2 Marathon: Group runs on Tuesday's and Thursday's at 4 p.m. and Saturday's at 9a.m.. We will meet in the lobby of the Rec.  If you have any questions about this, please contact Hannah Slone: hslone0@georgetowncollege.edu

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Georgetown College Wednesday – April 3rd, 2013

Student Wellness Exercise Programs (Spring 2013): Boot Camp:  Build endurance and make you sweat. This class will keep your heart rate going for 60 minutes straight. Working on your aerobic endurance and burning calories to the max.  Mondays 3:30 p.m. & Wednesdays 5:30 p.m.

REC – Court 1 Yoga:  Tuesdays & Thursdays 12:00 p.m.

REC – Bisese Lounge Zumba:  Zumba is a dynamic, exciting fitness routine featuring aerobic interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms and easy to follow dance steps that tone and sculpt the body.  Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:30 pm REC – Court 1 Body Sculpt:  Kick, punch and jab your way to fitness. This cardiovascular training class is a great way to tone up! Resistance equipment will be used.  Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30 p.m.

REC – Court 1 Salsa:  Come learn the basics of Latin dance, featuring Salsa and Meringue.

We'll cover the basic steps, turns and styles, dancing with partners, and by the end of the semester you'll be ready to have fun at any Latin dance party!"  Wednesdays 6:00 p.m.

REC – Court 1 Swim at the Scott County Pavilion:  $5 for GC Students Only Getting Started with a Personal Trainer:  Need help getting started with a workout program? Then this is for you!

You will be oriented to the Fitness Room, taught proper exercise techniques and have an exercise program designed for you.  Call James Koeppe to register for this program: 502-863-7977.

Classes on-campus are free for Georgetown College students, faculty and staff.

George H.W. Bush Center for Fitness Sunday 2pm-12 Midnight | Monday-Thursday 6am-Midnight | Friday 6amMidnight | Saturday 10am-Midnight

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Georgetown College Wednesday – April 3rd, 2013

The Grave Center for Calling & Career: Jobs, Internships & Campus jobs are posted on . Tiger Net is know in the GC Portal (my.georgetowncollege.edu) under the GC Life tab. Returning students – your login is now the same as you GC username and password.

To be alerted of new job/internship posts on Tiger Net, events, career tips or to post a questions we encourage you to like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter @ GCjobs_interns.

PROFESSIONAL WORKSHOPS, EVENTS and CAREER FAIR: THIS WEEK: Senior Networking Dinner!!  Wednesday, April 3rd (6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.)

Rodney’s on Broadway 5 minutes from campus at 222 N. Broadway, Georgetown, KY  RSVP is REQUIRED, Click her to RSVP: https://my.georgetowncollege.edu/ICS/Departments/Center_for_Calling_ and_Career/Business_Etiquette_Dinner.jnz  Networking with appetizers begins at 6:00 p.m. followed by an awesome dinner!  Show up 5 – 10 minutes early.

NEXT WEEK: Senior Career Seminar Series (ALL STUDENTS WELCOME – NEXUS)  “Networking 1.0 & 2.0”  April 10th, 2013 (6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.)

Jones-Hall-Nelson Suite (Formerly Hall of Fame) Student Athlete Career Training - TQL and former Athletes (Submitted for NEXUS)  Thursday, April 11th , 11:00am – 12:30pm Jones-Hall-Nelson Suite (Formerly Hall of Fame) COMING SOON: Senior Career Seminar Series (ALL STUDENTS WELCOME – NEXUS)  “Preparing for Your Financial Future”  April 17th, 2013 (6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.)

Jones-Hall-Nelson Suite (Formerly Hall of Fame) Senior Career Seminar Series (ALL STUDENTS WELCOME – NEXUS)  “Mastering Your Career Search”  April 24th, 2013 (6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.)

Jones-Hall-Nelson Suite (Formerly Hall of Fame)

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Georgetown College Wednesday – April 3rd, 2013

JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Netherland Rubber Co., Lexington, Louisville and Cincinnati, OH  seeks Marketing Interns for all locations for Summer 2013.

Lisa Thornton, Georgetown, KY  seeks a fulltime Summer Nanny Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) and Blue Horse Charities Internship  seeks a project-based intern for Summer 2013 Commonwealth Fund for KET  seeks Summer 2013 Interns to work in fundraising including special events planning, donor relations & on-air fundraising coordination Symbiotix, Inc.  seeks Director of Accounting Frank Shoop, Inc., Georgetown, KY  seeks a Marketing Intern for Fall 2013, check it out now and secure early!!

Hubbard Radio Cincinnati  seeks a Part-time Board Operator for WUBE Bingham, Lexington, KY  seeks part-time Guest Services Representative. Check them out!!!

US Equestrian Federation, Lexington, KY (KY Horse Park)  seeks an IT and Marketing Interns for Summer 2013.

Keeneland, Lexington, KY  seeks a Fulltime Money Room Accountant Law Office of Brandi L. Simon, Georgetown, KY  seeks a RECEPTIONIST/OFFICE ASSISTANT for immediate hire.

Ann Inc., Lexington, KY  seeks Store Associates.

Bluegrass Community Foundation, Lexington KY  seeks Web/Graphic Design, Donor/Media Relations and Accounting Interns for Summer 2013 Elite Fitness, Georgetown, KY  seeks Personal Trainer Georgetown First United Methodist Church, Georgetown, KY  seeks a Nursery Worker on Wednesday nights. Looking for someone to begin NOW. Greater Louisville Inc-- The Metro Chamber of Commerce  seeks part-time G.L.I.P. Coordinator Kentucky Historical Society, Frankfort, KY  Seeks Summer Interns in the areas of Education, History, Museum Studies and Library Science Association for Linen Management, Lexington, KY  Seeks a Membership Marketing Manager Consolidated Baptist Church, Lexington, KY  Seeks a Children’s Ministry Leader

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Georgetown College Wednesday – April 3rd, 2013

First Baptist Church, Carlisle, KY  Seeks a Youth Minister Kentucky Department of Parks  Seeks Summer interns in Recreation, History or any area of Tourism/Hospitality Management Retreat, Mt. Vernon, KY:  Marketing/Communication, Retreat Center & Zarepath Resource Interns for Summer 2013 Hometown Manor Assisted Living:  Seeks interns!

Holly L. James Associate Director Graves Center for Calling & Career Georgetown College 502-863-7094 Holly_James@georgetowncollege.edu http://www.georgetowncollege.edu/career/

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