Okanagan College Student Events Guide Fall 2019 | Penticton Campus

Student Events Guide

FALL 2019 Penticton

FITNESS FACILITY & CLASSES Access cards to fitness facilities are available for purchase at a cost of $10 from the administration office (Ashnola Building).

FACILITIES Access cards are $10. Pay at the administration office and bring your receipt to PC 146 for processing. Facility hours are available online.

Posted hours are subject to change.

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PERSONAL TRAINING & WEIGHT ROOM ORIENTATION A personal trainer can design a program best suited to help you achieve your fitness goals.

Personal programs cost $75 for students and $150 for staff and include three sessions.

If you would prefer to learn to use the equipment in a group setting, book an appointment for a free weight room orientation. Visit the Athletics, Recreation and Student Life office (PC 146) or call Jo Ann at 250-492-4305, ext 3274 for more information.

COMMUNITY SPORTS CONTACTS Community groups rent our gym for sports activities with the understanding that College students are welcome to participate. To participate in the following leagues and for more information, please contact the individuals listed. Registration deadlines and fees will apply.

COMMUNITY VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Karen Finlayson - khocking@hotmail.com Note: This league gets underway very early in September.

Contact Karen now if you are interested.

DODGEBALL LEAGUE Jordan Vanderhoek - jordanvanderhoek05@gmail.com ULTIMATE FRISBEE pentictonultimate@gmail.com

Cover photo credit: City of Penticton

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FITNESS FACILITY & CLASSES Join us for fun and fitness!

FITNESS PARTNER UP FOR LESS STRESS PROGRAM It is well documented that overall wellness is increased through participation in physical exercise. If you’re looking to find other students to play sports, go for a walk, or workout in the fitness center with, sign up for this program. We’ll help to connect you with others with the same interests as you. See staff in the Athletics, Recreation and Student Life office to sign up.

ENTRY LEVEL EXERCISE Join fellow students who are learning how to exercise in a fitness facility. We’ll cover general knowledge about exercise and proper use of equipment.

Note: The fitness center will be closed to all other users at this time.

Dates: Wed, Sept. 11, 4 - 5 p.m.

Mon, Sept. 16, 4 - 5 p.m.

Tue, Sept. 17, 3 - 4 p.m.

Cost: Free Location: PC 148 Register By: Wed, Sept. 10 WORKOUT WEDNESDAYS Come to the gym for a workout, enter your name for an amazing prize, and leave your workout feeling great about your accomplishment.

Dates: First Wed of the month - Sept. 4, Oct. 2, Nov. 6, Dec. 4 FLOURISH WITH YOGA This beginner yoga class will help you foster your mind/body connection through gentle stretches and relaxation reducing stress and improving your wellbeing. As part of the Flourish Wellness Project, they’re offered on a drop-in basis to all staff and students. Yoga mats provided, or bring your own.

Dates: Tue, Sept. 10 - Dec. 3 (except Nov. 5) Times: 11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Location: PC 145 Fee: fFree

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CAMPUS EVENTS Sign up for all events at the Athletics, Recreation and Student Life office (PC 146)

SEPTEMBER BEACH PARTY Extend summer celebrations for this free summertime beach party. Try paddle boarding and kayaking, and enter to win draw prizes including beach towels, headphones, and wireless speakers. Snacks provided.

Date: Fri, Sept. 6 (weather permitting) Time: 1 - 3 p.m.

Location: Okanagan Beach (by SS Sicamous boat) Drop in - No registration needed WALK THE KVR TRAIL Join us for a walk down the gorgeous KVR trail. We’ll provide healthy snacks at the end of the hike. Register so we know you’ll be joining us.

Date: Sat, Sept. 14 (weather permitting) Time: 1 - 3 p.m.

Location: Meet at Vancouver Place cul-de-sac in Penticton Register by: Thu, Sept. 12

OCTOBER PING PONG SINGLES Sign up and we’ll include you in a round robin tournament format whereby you’ll schedule your own games with your opponent on your own time. Gift card prizes to be won.

Dates: Oct. 1 - Nov. 15 Times: You decide Location: PC 145 Fee: Free Register by: Tues, Sept. 24 BOARD GAMES PIZZA PARTY Drop in for an evening of frivolous fun and fantastic fraternizing. Enjoy a pizza dinner while playing Pictionary, Cranium, Battleship and so much more.

Date: Thu, Oct. 17 Time: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Location: OC Grounds Cafeteria Fee: Free - drop in to participate DROP IN VOLLEYBALL / DROP IN BASKETBALL Drop into the gym with your friends to polish up your skills and have a little fun.

Check with staff at PC 146 for dates and times.

Dates: TBA Times: TBA

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SPORTS AND EVENTS Sign up for activities and events at the Athletics, Recreation and Student Life Office (PC 146).

Sports activities are free of charge and take place in PC 145 (gymnasium) and PC 148 (fitness center).

BEAC H PARTY Fri, Sept 6 1 - 3 p.m.

CAMPUS EVENTS Come participate in fun events!

HALLOWEEN HOWLER & BEER GARDEN Kick up your heels at this Halloween dance. Try some ghostly games and creepy contests.

Wear your Halloween costume and see if you can win a prize. All ages welcome.

Valid ID required for the beverage garden.

Date: Thu, Oct. 31 Time: 4 - 7 p.m.

Location: PC 113 Note: The College will be open to having students bring their children to the campus for trick or treating on Oct 31.

INDIAN TACO SALE AND “DIRE STRAITS“ FUNDRAISER Aboriginal Services will be selling Indian Tacos for $6 each and all the proceeds raised will go to the “Dire Straits” Fund which supports students dealing with financial emergencies.

Date: Thurs, Oct. 10 Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: PC113 - Community Hall

NOVEMBER 3-ON-3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT Sign up as a team or an individual. Check with staff at PC 146 for dates and times.

Winners will receive gift card prizes.

Dates: TBA Times: TBA Location: PC 145 BASKETBALL SHOOT OUT Drop in and challenge your fellow students to a basketball shoot out for prizes, fun and bragging rights. Check with staff at PC 146 for dates and times.

Date: TBA Time: TBA Location: PC 145 TASTE OF INDIA Come and celebrate a taste of Indian food, music and culture.

Date: TBA Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: PC 113 Fee: $5

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& Beverage Garden Kick up your heels at this FREE Halloween dance.

• All ages welcome.

• Valid ID required for the beverage garden.

WINTER WONDERLAND FESTIVAL The holidays are just around the corner and we’ll help you get in the spirit. Make holiday ornaments, design your own holiday cards, decorate sugar cookies, and so much more.

Date: Thu, Nov. 28 Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: PC 113

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FLOURISH EVENTS Penticton Campus’s Own Wellness Project

WELLNESS WEDNESDAY AND MINDFUL MONDAY WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS A series of FREE drop in workshops to help you get curious about what YOU need to flourish. Learn strategies, connect with supports, and grow your ability to manage stress so you can be a more successful student.

Time: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Location: PC 302 Penthouse (unless otherwise noted) (elevator access available upon request) Check out okanagan.bc.ca/flourish for details.

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Sept. 11 WELLNESS WEDNESDAY COFFEEHOUSE Drop by and learn about the Flourish Wellness Project, meet our team, pick up some resources, and scope out upcoming activities.

We’ll have music, free tea, coffee and snacks.

Sept. 25 WALK 2 WATER Join in a leisurely stroll to Okanagan Lake and take in the scenery as you go. We’ll bring along Frisbees for those who want to stay for a while as well as snacks to keep you nourished.

Oct. 9 CONSENT WORKSHOP Help create consent culture at OC through conversations about what consent is and how to foster it.

Oct. 23 ESSENTIAL OILS Join guest speaker Natasha Scott to learn about how essential oils can support your wellness.

Nov. 6 INDIGENOUS APPROACHES TO WELLNESS Come learn about Indigenous approaches to wellness. Activities include smudging and a craft.

Held in PE C17

MINDFUL MONDAYS Drop in for a few minutes of mindfulness to help reduce stress and improve your focus and memory. No meditation experience necessary.

Day: Mon, Sept. 16, Oct. 7,

Oct. 28, Nov. 18 and

Dec. 9 Time: 10:15 - 10:30 a.m.

Location: PC 302 Penthouse Cost: Free

Nov. 20 SNACK-COURAGEMENT We all need a little encouragement now and then! We’ll discuss tips for stressful times, decorate granola bars with encouragements, and spread them around campus.

Dec. 4 HOLIDAY GREENERY Take a break and get crafty as we create a beautiful festive centerpiece using greenery and other items. A great gift idea or keep it for yourself.

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OCSU EVENTS Okanagan College Student’s Union

OKANAGAN COLLEGE STUDENTS’ UNION If you have any questions regarding the following OCSU events, please see Megan in the OCSU office PE C14

OKANAGAN COLLEGE STUDENTS’ UNION EVENTS Sept. 4, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

WELCOME BACK TACO IN A BAG Welcome back and welcome new students! Meet us on the campus green for meat and vegetarian food, games, free swag, prizes, and hopefully some sun.

Sept. 12 CAMPUS COUNCIL RECRUITING COFFEE AND COOKIES Stop by our table in the COE Foyer for details about how to run for campus council and grab a free coffee and cookie as you pass by.

Oct. 1, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

OCSU SERVICES FAIR Drop by the Sunoka Foyer and learn about all the great services we offer our students like the health and dental plan, and student discounts.

Oct. 7, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Oct. 17, 11 am. - 1 p.m.

ELECTION EVENTS Learn about the upcoming federal elections, and register to vote. Free coffee for students. Join us in the Sunoka Foyer.

Oct. 23, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

OPEN TEXTBOOKS NOW! OCSU is lobbying for more free Open Education Resources for students.

Stop by our table in the COE Foyer from to sign the pledge and grab a free treat.

Oct. 9, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

LET’S GET CONSENSUAL We believe that it is important to create consent culture on campus.

We’re talking consent and giving out snacks in the COE.

Oct. 29, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

FAIR TRADE CAMPUSES Join us for fair trade coffee, tea, treats and trivia in the Sunoka Foyer.

Oct. 15, 9 - 11 a.m.

GRANTS NOT LOANS Student loan debt has increased by 88 per cent since 1999. Join us in the COE Foyer for coffee and sign a pledge for the BC Gov’t to bring back student grants.

Nov. 7 STRESS LESS FAIR OCSU and other campus partners are putting on a wellness fair. Join us for a zen zone, therapy dogs, healthy snacks, and more.

(Space and time TBA) Nov. 14, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

KNOCK OUT INTEREST Pop by the OCSU table in the COE Foyer to sign the pledge asking our federal government to eliminate interest on student loans.

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Efforts and courage are not enough without purpose and direction

John F. Kennedy

Contact US Athletics, Recreation and Student Life Assistant Coordinator

Megan Potter

Okanagan College Students’ Union Organizer - Penticton

japarliament@okanagan.bc.ca 250-492-4305, ext. 3274 Office PC 146

potter@ocsu.ca 250-492-4305, ext. 3208 Office PE C14

Marcella Trotter

Sarah Lefebure

Aboriginal Transitions Planner mtrotter@okanagan.bc.ca 250-492-4305, ext. 3280 Office PE A17

Counsellor - Penticton Campus slefebure@okanagan.bc.ca 250-492-4305, ext. 3232 Office PL 111

For up-to-date event details visit

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