CWU HYPE - Winter 2017 by CWU HYPE

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VOLUME THIRTEEN ISSUE T WO –4– A TRIBUTE TO MLK JR. I Have A Dream!

–6– THE BIG RE AD

HYPE is published quarterly by the Publicity Center, a full-service agency offering a variety of creative services and professionally mentored experiences for student staff and collaborators.

Telling different perspectives

–8– REGIE CABICO Spoken word

– 10 – PUSH TO SOLVE HUNGER Food donations make a difference

– 12 – MAD CHAD The Chainsaw Juggler

– 14 – SHOW TIME AT CENTR AL

CONTRIBUTORS STORIES Miraclejoy Curtis McKenzie Lakey Julia Moreno

DESIGN Kathleen Anderson Matthew Conrardy Vanessa Cruz Kaitlyn Kurisu Hailey McGraw Alyx Miller

Show off your talents!

Manny Rivera

– 16 – E VENTS CALENDAR

Justin Beckman

What’s happening?

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EDITING Sarah Berry

@CWUHYPE

Lola Gallagher Tyrelle Phillips Ricki Towner

COMMENTS AA/EEO/Title IX Institution. Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation by contacting sponsoring departments listed or DS@cwu.edu.

publicity@cwu.edu www.cwu.edu/publicity 509-963-1677

Design by Manny Rivera

Story by Miraclejoy Curtis Design by Hailey McGraw

Every year, Central Washington University celebrates the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This year will be extraordinary because the recent Not in Our Kittitas County movement to transcend hate and promote inclusivity complements Dr. King and what he stood for: peace, equality and justice. The fight for equality wasn’t easy during the civil rights movement. With all the aggression and hate towards people of color, Dr. King believed that the oppressed should respond with non-violent tactics such as peaceful protests. For myself personally, the most thrilling experience during the MLK Celebration Week would have to be the recital of the “I Have a Dream” speech. Hearing the famous words, “Let freedom ring!” sends chills as we remember where we were, how far we’ve come and how much further we have to go—as a campus, a country and the human race. I, too, have a dream. We all do! So, let’s come together and remember the importance of keeping the dream alive. The MLK Celebration Week has a combination of joyful singing, live performances, community members joining hands as they peacefully march through campus, and a theatrical performance to remember by Central students.

8TH ANNUAL MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. CELEBRATION & TRIBUTE The Mountaintop

Jan. 6 & 7 • 7:30 p.m. Jan. 8 • 2 p.m. • Free Tower Theatre (McConnell) Gripping re-imagining of Martin Luther King Jr.’s last night on earth, in which a mysterious stranger forces King to confront his destiny and his legacy. This is a must-see production that addresses contemporary issues of race, resistance and progress.

Make a Difference Day

Jan. 11 & 12 Student volunteers teach elementary students about MLK Jr. through interactive activities. Volunteer in CLCE, SURC 256.

We Are What America Looks Like

Jan. 12 • Free Peace March 3:30 - 4 p.m. • Start in SURC Pit Remembrance Program 4 p.m. • SURC Theatre Commemorate the life and times of Martin Luther King Jr. by joining in the march and making your way to the Theatre for a celebration that includes: Black Gospel Choir, CWU Mariachi de Centro, Robin Henderson & Friends, student skits and spoken word.

Story by Julia Moreno Design by Vanessa Cruz

Each of us carries a personal story of experiences inside. This is what shapes who we are and what makes us, well…us. When we share our stories with people, it helps everyone understand each other a little more and changes our perspectives just a little bit. This year, the James E. Brooks Library is bringing different perspectives to our community through a National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Big Read grant. Central is the only university in the Pacific Northwest to receive the Big Read grant and will host multiple events around the book “The Things They Carried,” including a visit by its award-winning author Tim O’Brien. O’Brien, a Purple Heart recipient, crafts interrelated short stories that reflect his experiences as a Vietnam veteran. The book blends fact with fiction and portrays different perspectives of the same event, which takes readers on an insightful

journey about not only warfare but also the contrast between the truth and reality soldiers face during war. “I wanted people to feel what it was like to be a soldier, to walk in the boots of a soldier…even if you’ve never been in a war,” O’Brien said. “Through a story you can get a feeling for not just how afraid you are but also moments of joy and moments of introspection and thinking about your life when you’re always in such danger of dying. You tend to examine your life pretty carefully and realize what’s important to you. It was really to make readers feel they had gone through a war after reading my book.” The Big Read kicks off with a book club meeting Jan. 9 at the Brooks Library. This quarter is packed full of events, building up to O’Brien’s visit to Ellensburg in April.

A limited number of the books will be available to check out from the Brooks Library, and some free books will be available at each Big Read event. Copies can also be purchased at local bookstores.

MEET TIM O’BRIEN Favorite song: “I’ll Remember You” by Bob Dylan Favorite food: Lobster Pets: None, but he does have two sons (11 & 13 yrs) Hobbies: Tim has been practicing magic since he was young. He, his wife and his two sons put together a two-hour long magic show with costumes and different acts. CHECK OUT ALL THE BIG READ EVENTS http://bit.ly/cwubigread

SAVE THE DATE! TIM O’BRIEN CRAFT TALK & READING April 25 • Free

Beads of sweat fall down Regie Cabico’s face. He’s focused on his next words, His next movement The crowd’s reaction. He moves erratically, rhythmically, Calculated. The spotlight falls on him, His suits scream with class. Stories pour like a river from his mouth. Words drip drip drip from his tongue. He projects “out-of-the-closet” verses, His personal brand of poppin’ theatrical showstoppin’ rhymes That leave his audiences Intertwined and connected with him. The stage struggles to contain Cabico And the energy that flows from his inner sea Of words and phrases, Life’s challenging lessons. An emotional wave tackles his composure. But his voice rises rises rises with power. Soon a gentle demeanor returns as his eyes wander upward. He recalls his childhood, His mother’s dream, An innocent immigrant upon American soil.

Story by McKenzie Lakey Design by Kathleen Anderson

JANUARY 31 7 p.m. • Free SURC Ballroom

He emerged from the end of a slamming era Filled with poetic legends. A time where rhymes spoke volumes In a wrinkle of closeted silence. He’s filled with pride, passion and love for the craft. Year after year he continues to win win win accolades amongst his peers. Who’s shared the stage with Ginsberg And howled to the world. Two of the best minds of their generations Baring their all for the sake of poetry. A man of a spoken art form, His words but a soft memory Of days left behind And the life and shows that lie ahead.

Story by Julia Moreno Design by Alyx Miller

As college students, we don’t agree on everything but we can all relate on one thing — food. We love it, we enjoy making it (well some of us do), and most of all, we enjoy eating it. But some students do face the dilemma of not knowing whether or not they’ll be able afford their next meal. Did you know that six to seven percent of students on CWU’s campus face food insecurity, hunger or homelessness? That’s over 700 of our fellow Wildcats going hungry and that’s too many. But don’t fret, we can make a difference. The Associated Students of Central Washington University has teamed up with an organization called Presidents United to Solve Hunger (PUSH). When Andrea Saavedra was campaigning for her position as VP for Equity and Community Affairs she wanted to connect PUSH with ASCWU events. And she’s done exactly that! Whenever there’s an ASCWU sponsored event, there’s an opportunity to donate non-perishable food. Here’s where we come in: you can donate at all the ASCWU events during Winter and Spring quarters, as well as other designated locations.

DONATE FOOD AT: • • • •

ASCWU events Brooks Library CDSJ: SURC 250/253 CWU Foundation Office (off campus at 421 N. Main St.)

PICK UP FOOD AT: • • • • • •

CDSJ: SURC 250/253 ASCWU: SURC 236 Bouillon 204 Hertz 209 Purser 132 (outside) Black 101

FOR MORE INFORMATION Visit www.cwu.edu/push or contact CDSJ at 509-963-2127, diversity@cwu.edu or in SURC 250/253.

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Story by McKenzie Lakey Design by Matthew Conrardy

I rotate through the air, graceful and roaring with life. Every single movement I make is calculated; the release, the spin, the catch. It’s a thing of beauty, that took years of practice.

Since we first teamed up we’ve performed in front of audiences all across the globe. Together we’ve entertained crowds in 49 of 50 states. We’ve been on movie sets and even in TV commercials. From the U.S. to Berlin, even all the way to Tokyo, we have seen it all.

I never imagined that the road from the assembly line into the “real world” would lead me here, to a life of show business. I figured I’d live out my life like every other chainsaw that I was assembled alongside. I’d spend most of my time out in nature, cut a few trees and then retire to the garage. But then good ol’ Mad Chad Taylor picked me up one day and tossed me into the air. The rest is high-flying, highstakes Hollywood juggling history.

After years of working together I have an agreement with Mad Chad: As long as he catches me properly after spinning me through the air, I’ll make sure our show amazes (and terrifies) crowds everywhere. And that he keeps all of his fingers… Ours is a partnership based entirely on skill and trust. We’ve been doing this for years—we have it down to an art form. But don’t just take my word for it, ask the one-and-only “Evel Knievel of Comedy”— who has somehow managed to go unscathed through all of our stunts. “If you really want people to put two hands together,” Mad Chad says, “you gotta be willing to risk one of your own!”

Together we have even conquered a Guinness World Record, completing a full 78 throws with two of our other chainsaw buddies. Some people may call him crazy. I have to admit, from time to time I begin to wonder what I’ve gotten myself into. I mean, this guy has been juggling semi-safe objects since he was 13-years-old and escalated to tossing me through the air. But then I see the passion that he exudes on stage, the thrill of the show, the electric energy that crackles around us. That’s what I live for. That’s what we live for. Besides, our journey has brought us to the Pacific Northwest—the one and only Evergreen State and Wildcat territory! What more could we possibly ask for?

FEBRUARY 10 8 p.m. • Free SURC Ballroom

Story by Miraclejoy Curtis Design by Kaitlyn Kurisu

All amateurs and talents welcome! If you’ve got what it takes to show off your stuff, or if you’re down to critique with a hardy applaud or a “booooooooo” Showtime at Central is for you! Each year, the Black Student Union brings the tradition of the legendary talent show “Showtime at the Apollo” to Central Washington University. Historically, “Showtime at the Apollo” is significant to Black America. The TV show had it all: comedy, singing, rapping, dancing, music, live performances and much more! Stars like Billie Holiday, Luther Vandross, Lauryn Hill and Stevie Wonder had their careers launched from the Apollo stage. Prior to the make it or break it moment, each contestant rubbed a tree stump for a stroke of luck before hitting the stage. Showtime at the Apollo was more than just an entertaining experience. It was a cultural institution for blacks to come together socially and emotionally in a special place.

The reputation of the show includes a personable host, live entertainment and the enjoyment of showcased talent, while the audience delivers immediate feedback – literally. Join the joviality! This year you can expect talent from all across the board. You’ll discover how much finesse the Central community has when it comes to having the courage to show the world what they’ve got. Last years’ grand prize winner, Wambui, blew the crowd away with her spoken word performance. “It was very intimidating at first, the piece I performed was nothing like I’ve ever done before,” Wambui recalled. “I just closed my eyes and let myself be vulnerable. That’s what makes us stronger.” Come prepared to let the hopeful know how amazing their talent is or isn’t. The amateurs know they will either “be good or be gone.”

FEBRUARY 17 TBA • Free SURC Ballroom A spin on Showtime at the Apollo, the audience will give their feedback – immediately – to performers who are still on stage after giving it their all.

FOR MORE INFORMATION Contact the Black Student Union at bsu@cwu.edu.

WHAT’S WITH THE STUMP? It is part of the Tree of Hope that once stood on the “Boulevard of Dreams.” This elm tree, thought to bring good luck by touching or standing underneath it, became a representation of the hope and promise Harlem created for blacks in the ‘30s. The tree was removed in 1934, cut and sold. Ralph Cooper Sr., who hosted Amateur Night at the Apollo, bought the stump, had it preserved and placed it on the stage so performers could rub the original Tree of Hope.

EVENTS CALENDAR. ALL QUARTER

Kayak Pool Sessions Sundays • 7 - 9 p.m. • $5 (No program Jan. 15, Feb. 19, Mar. 12 & 19, other closures tba) Learn how to roll in a kayak and play gutter ball. All levels welcome. OPR • 509-963-3537 cwu.edu/opr Mindful Mondays Mondays • 11:10 - 11:30 a.m. SURC 202 • Free Relax and practice mindfulness. Wellness Center cwu.edu/wellness Snoqualmie Night Skiing Bus Tuesdays, Jan. 10 - Mar. 7 3:15 - 9 p.m. • $10/$12 Leaves from OPR Night skiing at Snoqualmie! Equipment rentals and lift ticket not included. Discounted lift tickets available at OPR. OPR • 509-963-3537 cwu.edu/opr Strength & Conditioning for Climbers Tuesdays & Thursdays 2 - 3 p.m. • Climbing Wall $5 per session or $45 for all 18 (day/punch pass required for non-members) Full-body circuits for climbing power and endurance. All skill levels welcome. Climbing Wall • 509-963-3539 cwu.edu/climbing-wall ASCWU Student Government Public Meetings Fridays • 10 a.m. • SURC Pit A weekly meeting to discuss issues of interest and concern to students, vote on actions, recognize clubs and hear public comment. Student Government 509-963-1696 • cwu.edu/ascwu

Youth Climb Fridays, Jan. 13 - Mar. 10 (No program Feb. 24) Climbing Wall 4:30 & 5:30 p.m. • $75/$95 Eight-week progressive clinic, for ages six to 15. Teaches technique, safety, problem solving, trust, teamwork, strength and more. Climbing Wall • 509-963-3539 cwu.edu/climbing-wall Kids Rock Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29; Feb. 5, 12, 26; Mar. 5, 12 • 3 - 4:30 p.m. Climbing Wall • $8/$12 A fun intro to climbing. Open to the public, ages 6-12. Pre-registration recommended. Climbing lessons and basic equipment included. Climbing Wall • 509-963-3539 cwu.edu/climbing-wall Student Academic Senate Jan. 10, 24; Feb. 7, 21; Mar. 7 7 p.m. • Black 151 • Free Discussion regarding academic concerns, projects and proposals. Voice your opinions and concerns. ASCWU Academic Affairs ascwuacademic@cwu.edu Top-Rope Belay Certification Clinic Jan. 5, 9, 10, 17; Feb. 7, 13 5 - 7 p.m. • Climbing Wall • $15 (includes equip. & exam fee) Pre-registration recommended. Climbing Wall • 509-963-3539 cwu.edu/climbing-wall Res Life Student Staff Selection Find out about info sessions and the hiring process. Res Life & New Student Programs 509-963-7682 ashley.harden@cwu.edu

JANUARY 3

Men’s Basketball vs Northwest Nazarene 6:30 p.m. • Nicholson Pavilion Free/$5/$6/$8/$10 cwu.edu/tickets Athletics • wildcatsports.com

- First Year Experience Events

JANUARY 4 – 10

Fitness Demo Days Free • Recreation Center Try out any Group Fitness or Large Group Training classes for free! Group Fitness & Personal Training cwu.edu/group-fitness

JANUARY 4 – 19

Intramural Sports Registration 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. • $55/team Put together a basketball, dodgeball, soccer or volleyball team and compete. Register before Jan. 13 for an extra preseason game! IMLeagues.com/cwu Recreation • 509-963-3511 cwu.edu/rec

JANUARY 5

Student Welcome 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. • Brooks Library Free cookies and cocoa! Brooks Library • cwu.edu/library Women’s Basketball vs Simon Fraser 7 p.m. • Nicholson Pavilion Free/$5/$6/$8 cwu.edu/tickets Athletics • wildcatsports.com

JANUARY 6 – 7

The Mountaintop 7:30 p.m. • Tower Theatre (McConnell) • Free A re-imagining of MLK Jr.’s last night on earth, in which a mysterious stranger forces King to confront his destiny and legacy. A must-see that addresses contemporary issues of race, resistance and progress. Matthieu.Chapman@cwu.edu

JANUARY 7

Guest Artist: Sean Mix 4 p.m. • Recital Hall • Free Guest saxophone recital Music Department • 509-963-1216 cwu.edu/music

- Sophomore Year Experience Events

Women’s Basketball vs Western Washington 5 p.m. • Nicholson Pavilion Free/$5/$6/$8 cwu.edu/tickets Athletics • wildcatsports.com

JANUARY 8

The Mountaintop 2 p.m. • Tower Theatre (McConnell) • Free A re-imagining of MLK Jr.’s last night on earth, in which a mysterious stranger forces King to confront his destiny and legacy. A must-see that addresses contemporary issues of race, resistance and progress. Matthieu.Chapman@cwu.edu

JANUARY 9

It’s a Match 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. • Shaw Smyser, 1st Floor • Free Talk to members and join a College of Business club. College of Business • cb@cwu.edu cwu.edu/business Book Club Kickoff 6 - 8 p.m. Brooks Library Foyer • Free Check out your copy of Tim O’Brien’s “The Things They Carried” for the Feb. 13 discussion. A Big Read event. Brooks Library • cwu.edu/library

JANUARY 10

Private Climbing Instruction Info Session 5 - 7 p.m. • Climbing Wall • Free Climbing Wall • 509-963-3539 cwu.edu/climbing-wall Guest Artists: Tamara & Neil Caulkins 7 p.m. • Recital Hall • Free Guest guitar recital Music Department • 509-963-1216 cwu.edu/music Game Night at Brooks Library 7 - 9 p.m. • Jimmy B’s • Free Games and snacks provided. Brooks Library • cwu.edu/library

JANUARY 11

Leadership & Behavioral Styles 4 - 5 p.m. • SURC 201 • Free

Explore your preferred style and maximize your potential. Student Employment & CLA 509-963-2072 cwu.edu/student-employment

What Employers Want 4 - 5 p.m. • SURC 140 • Free Career Services • cwu.edu/career

JANUARY 11 – 12

Make a Difference Day 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. • SURC Theatre & Ballroom • Free Volunteer to educate elementary students about MLK through activities. cwu.edu/leadership-engage CLCE • 509-963-1850

JANUARY 11 – MARCH 11

The Things We Carry: Our Objects in Motion Opening: 5:30 p.m. • CWU Museum Exhibit: Dean Hall Lobby Exhibit featuring stories about journeys, from people living in Kittitas County. A Big Read event. Museum of Culture & Environment cwu.edu/museum

JANUARY 12 – FEBRUARY 5 Nathan DiPietro Exhibit 4 - 7 p.m. Randall 117 & Gallery • Free A Seattle-based landscape painter’s exhibit of traditional egg tempera paintings alongside a virtual reality piece. Art Department • 509-963-2665 cwu.edu/art

JANUARY 12

Annual MLK Celebration & Tribute 3:30 p.m. • SURC Pit & Theatre • Free Join a peace march to commemorate the life and times of Martin Luther King Jr. (meet in the SURC Pit). Enjoy refreshments, celebration and program at 4 p.m. in the SURC Theatre. CLCE • 509-963-1850 Student Climb Social 5 - 8 p.m. • Climbing Wall • Free/$5 (friends of students) An open climb night, for all experience levels, to find climbing partners and share their love

of climbing. Gear and belaying included. Climbing Wall • 509-963-3539 cwu.edu/climbing-wall

Men’s Basketball vs Seattle Pacific 7 p.m. • Nicholson Pavilion Free/$5/$6/$8/$10 cwu.edu/tickets Athletics • wildcatsports.com

JANUARY 13

Bad Movie Bingo 8:30 p.m. • SURC Pit • Free Play movie bingo, watch Napoleon Dynamite, eat popcorn and win prizes. Campus Activities • 509-963-1450

JANUARY 14

Mission Ridge Ski Bus 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. • $12/$15 Depart from OPR All skill levels welcome. Equipment rentals and lift tickets not included. OPR • 509-963-3537 cwu.edu/opr Top-Rope Belay Certification Clinic 12 - 2 p.m. • Climbing Wall $15 (includes equip. & exam fee) Pre-registration recommended. Climbing Wall • 509-963-3539 cwu.edu/climbing-wall Men’s Basketball vs Saint Martin’s 7 p.m. • Nicholson Pavilion Free/$5/$6/$8/$10 cwu.edu/tickets Athletics • wildcatsports.com

JANUARY 18

Find Jobs On & Off Campus 12:10 - 12:45 p.m. SURC 137B • Free Learn to use the Wildcat Career Network to find jobs and internships. Career Services • cwu.edu/career

JANUARY 19

International Café 12 - 1:30 p.m. • SURC 137 • Free Meet student from around the world and learn about their culture, history and language. Bring your lunch. Dessert and beverages provided. CLCE • 509-963-1850

Events subject to change. Please contact department listed for most current information.

JANUARY 19

Who am I? 12:10 - 12:45 p.m. SURC 135 • Free Take a look at your personality and strengths and use them to identify a good-fitting occupation. Career Services • cwu.edu/career Faculty, Staff & Community Climb 5 - 8 p.m. • Climbing Wall • $5 (includes gear and belaying) An open climb night, for all experience levels, to find climbing partners and share their love of climbing. Gear and belaying included. Climbing Wall • 509-963-3539 cwu.edu/climbing-wall Women’s Basketball vs Western Oregon 7 p.m. • Nicholson Pavilion Free/$5/$6/$8 cwu.edu/tickets Athletics • wildcatsports.com Greenhouse/Reptile Night 7 - 8 p.m. • CWU Greenhouse • Free Tour the greenhouse and hold the snakes. Second Year Experience (SYE) 509-963-2052 Open Mic Night 8 p.m. • SURC Pit • Free Campus Activities • 509-963-1450

JANUARY 20

Scholarship Night 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. • SURC 137 • Free Get assistance with scholarship applications, FAFSA, resumes and financial aid questions. ASCWU Academic Affairs ascwuacademic@cwu.edu Dependable Strengths 12 - 4 p.m. • Bouillon 211 • Free Discover your strengths and maximize your leadership potential. Career Services • cwu.edu/career

JANUARY 21

Stevens Pass Ski Bus 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. • $12/$15 Leave from OPR Equipment rentals and lift tickets not included. Discounted lift tickets available at OPR. OPR • 509-963-3537 cwu.edu/opr

Women’s Basketball vs Concordia 5 p.m. • Nicholson Pavilion Free/$5/$6/$8 cwu.edu/tickets Athletics • wildcatsports.com

JANUARY 23

Monday Movie Madness: Kubo & Two Strings 7 & 9:30 p.m. • SURC Theatre Free for CWU Students, $3 GA Campus Activities • 509-963-1450

JANUARY 24

Generational Differences 4 - 5 p.m. • SURC 137A • Free Understand working in a multigenerational team. Student Employment & CLA 509-963-2072 cwu.edu/student-employment

Dine & Tote 5 p.m. • Registration required • Free Learn to cook healthy, low-cost meals and take the fixings home. cwu.edu/wellness/dine-and-tote Wellness Center • 509-963-3213 cwu.edu/wellness

JANUARY 26

Why a Resume? 12:10 - 12:45 p.m. • SURC 140 • Free Turn your college experiences into a resume that stands out. Career Services • cwu.edu/career Women’s Basketball vs Saint Martin’s 5:15 p.m. • Nicholson Pavilion Free/$5/$6/$8 cwu.edu/tickets Athletics • wildcatsports.com

Majors, Personality Types & Careers 4 - 5:15 p.m. • SURC 135 • Free Find out your Holland Code and how it relates to CWU majors. Career Services • cwu.edu/career

Men’s Basketball vs Concordia 7:30 p.m. • Nicholson Pavilion Free/$5/$6/$8/$10 cwu.edu/tickets Athletics • wildcatsports.com

Lion Rock Visiting Writers Series: Zach VandeZande, Fiction Author 7:30 p.m. • SURC Ballroom • Free Craft Talk: Black 151 Noon - 1 p.m. Book signing after reading. College of Art & Humanities 509-963-1745 Lisa.Norris@cwu.edu

Mission Ridge Ski Bus 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. • $12/$15 Depart from OPR Beginner and expert skiers welcome. Equipment rentals and lift tickets not included. OPR • 509-963-3537 cwu.edu/opr

JANUARY 25

Tea @ 3: Emily Rollie 3 p.m. • SURC Pit • Free Inspiring speakers, tasty treats. CLCE • 509-963-1850 International Students & Internships 4 - 5 p.m. • SURC 135 • Free Learn the ins and outs of searching for, applying to and securing an internship or job. Career Services www.cwu.edu/career Crab Feed 4:30 - 7 p.m. • Holmes Dining Room $14 + tax (meal plan discounts apply) CWU Dining • cwu.edu/dining

- First Year Experience Events

JANUARY 28

Immigration: Know Your Rights Conozca Sus Derechos Sobre Inmigración 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. • SURC 137 • Free A Q&A panel, free consultations from attorneys and legal representatives and refreshments. English and Spanish services available. Chuck Reasons • 509-963-1779 reasonsc@cwu.edu 9th Annual e3 Winter Fair 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. • Free Hal Holmes Center A showcase of local organizations, companies, agencies and individuals that support and enhance our community’s economic, environmental and educational sustainability. CLCE • 509-963-1850 cwu.edu/leadership-engage

- Sophomore Year Experience Events

Women’s Basketball vs Seattle Pacific 5:15 p.m. • Nicholson Pavilion Free/$5/$6/$8 cwu.edu/tickets Athletics • wildcatsports.com Men’s Basketball vs Western Oregon 7:30 p.m. • Nicholson Pavilion Free/$5/$6/$8/$10 cwu.edu/tickets Athletics • wildcatsports.com

JANUARY 30

Monday Movie Madness: Moana 7 & 9:30 p.m. • SURC Theatre Free for CWU Students, $3 GA Campus Activities • 509-963-1450

Regie Cabico: Spoken Word 7 p.m. • SURC Ballroom • Free A performing artist who has redefined the genre of poetry through spoken word, experimental theater, storytelling & hip hop aesthetics. Xavier Cavazos • 509-963-1573 Pedro.Cavazos@cwu.edu

FEBRUARY 1 – 28

Indoor Ironman Register by Jan. 31 • $15 Complete 2 miles of swimming, 28 miles of running and 115 miles of cycling in one month and get a t-shirt! Recreation • imsports@cwu.edu cwu.edu/special-events

Blood Drive 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. SURC 137A/B • Free Save up to THREE people with a single donation of blood. Walkins welcome, no appointments required. CLCE • 509-963-1850 cwu.edu/leadership-engage

FEBRUARY 1

JANUARY 31

ASCWU Lobby Day Join this annual trip to our state capitol to meet with legislators and discuss issues of importance to students. Free transportation and lunch provided. ASCWU Legislative Affairs 509-963-1696 • cwu.edu/ascwu

Blood Drive 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. SURC 137A/B • Free Save up to THREE people with a single donation of blood. Walkins welcome, no appointments required. CLCE • 509-963-1850 cwu.edu/leadership-engage Everything You Need to Know About Internships 4 - 5 p.m. • Bouillon 211 • Free Learn about internships for academic credit. Career Services www.cwu.edu/career Rappelling Clinic 4 - 6 p.m. • Climbing Wall $15 (includes equipment) Pre-registration recommended. Climbing Wall • 509-963-3539 cwu.edu/climbing-wall

Guest Artists: Dawn Clement & Mark Taylor 7 p.m. • Recital Hall • Free Performing with the CWU Jazz Combo. Music Department • 509-963-1216 cwu.edu/music

FEBRUARY 2

Finding a Career Direction 12:10 - 12:45 p.m. SURC 135 • Free Career Services • cwu.edu/career Values & Satisfaction 12:10 - 12:45 p.m. SURC 140 • Free Use values to find meaningful career directions and occupations. Career Services • cwu.edu/career Essential Communication Skills 4 - 5 p.m. • SURC 201 • Free Student Employment & CLA 509-963-2072 cwu.edu/student-employment

FEBRUARY 3

Tracing Ashley’s Sack: A Mystery of the Great Migration 5:30 p.m. • Dean Hall Lobby This lecture by Mark Auslander is a Black History Month event. Museum of Culture & Environment cwu.edu/museum Big Read Kickoff 6 - 7 p.m. • Free Clymer Gallery & Museum (416 N. Pearl Street) Enjoy music, light refreshments and related art exhibit as the Big Read program and schedule is announced. A Big Read event. Brooks Library • cwu.edu/library

FEBRUARY 4

Mission Ridge Ski Bus 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. • $12/$15 Depart from OPR Beginner and expert skiers welcome. Equipment rentals and lift tickets not included. OPR • 509-963-3537 cwu.edu/opr Over-the-TOPera 7 p.m. • $6/$12 McIntyre Concert Hall cwu.edu/tickets Music Department • 509-963-1216 cwu.edu/music Men’s Basketball vs Montana State Billings 7 p.m. • Nicholson Pavilion Free/$5/$6/$8/$10 cwu.edu/tickets Athletics • wildcatsports.com

FEBRUARY 6

Monday Movie Madness: Dr. Strange 7 & 9:30 p.m. • SURC Theatre Free for CWU Students, $3 GA Campus Activities • 509-963-1450

FEBRUARY 6 – 10

Nelson Mandela Tribute All day • SURC • Free Pay tribute through an interactive display highlighting President Mandela’s leadership. CLCE • 509-963-1850

Open Mic Night 8 p.m. • SURC Pit • Free Campus Activities • 509-963-1450

Events subject to change. Please contact department listed for most current information.

FEBRUARY 6 – 17

Blind Date with a Book Library Hours Brooks Library • Free Swipe right! Choose the genre, unwrap and check out your next great read. Brooks Library • cwu.edu/library

FEBRUARY 7

Researching Companies 4 - 5 p.m. • Library 152 • Free Career Services • cwu.edu/career A Long Night Against Procrastination 8 p.m. - 12 a.m. Brooks Library • Free Don’t cram for finals – prep. Librarians and tutors stay late to help. Brooks Library • cwu.edu/library

FEBRUARY 8

Using LinkedIn 4 - 5 p.m. • Library 152 • Free Bring a laptop. Career Services • cwu.edu/career Flight Night 7 - 8:30 p.m. • Free CWU Aviation Training Center (807 Elmview Rd) Use the flight simulator and learn about the aviation program. SYE • 509-963-2052 Condom Fashion Show 8 p.m. • SURC Ballroom • Free Raising awareness for safe sex, STI’s and consent with a showcase of designs made of condoms. Wellness Center • 509-963-3213 cwu.edu/wellness

FEBRUARY 9

Ethics Panel Discussion 3 - 5:30 p.m. • SURC Theatre • Free Discuss the importance of ethics in modern day business. College of Business • cb@cwu.edu cwu.edu/business Dine & Tote 5 p.m. • Registration required • Free Learn to cook healthy, low-cost meals and take the fixings home. cwu.edu/wellness/dine-and-tote Wellness Center • 509-963-3213 cwu.edu/wellness

Family Literacy Night 6 - 7 p.m. • Library 288 CDSJ • 509-963-1298 cwu.edu/diversity Women’s Basketball vs Alaska Fairbanks 7 p.m. • Nicholson Pavilion Free/$5/$6/$8 cwu.edu/tickets Athletics • wildcatsports.com

FEBRUARY 10

CWUp Late Presents: Mad Chad 8 p.m. • SURC Ballroom • Free A chainsaw juggling comedian… need we say more. Campus Activities • 509-963-1450

FEBRUARY 11

Cabin Creek XC Ski Trip 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. • $30/$38 Leave from OPR Cross-country skii in the Central Cascades. All skill levels welcome. XC ski rentals included. Pre-trip meeting Thurs., Feb. 9 at 6 p.m. at OPR. OPR • 509-963-3537 cwu.edu/opr Clear the Way: Snow Shoveling 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. • SURC Pit • Free Volunteers wanted to shovel snow for local residents in need. CLCE • 509-963-1850 cwu.edu/leadership-engage Women’s Basketball vs Alaska Anchorage 7 p.m. • Nicholson Pavilion Free/$5/$6/$8 cwu.edu/tickets Athletics • wildcatsports.com

FEBRUARY 13

Cover Letters 12:10 - 12:45 p.m. SURC 135 • Free Learn to write an effective cover letter that conveys the right things to the employer. Career Services • cwu.edu/career Book Club Discussion 7 - 8:30 p.m. • Free Brooks Library Music Library Discuss “The Things They Carried” by Tim O’Brien. A Big Read event. Brooks Library • cwu.edu/library

- First Year Experience Events

Monday Movie Madness: Fantastic Beasts 7 & 9:30 p.m. • SURC Theatre Free for CWU Students, $3 GA Campus Activities • 509-963-1450 Lecia Brooks TBA • Free A workshop and talk by the Outreach Director of the Southern Poverty Law Center. A Not In Our Kittitas County event.

FEBRUARY 14 – 17

Random Acts of Kindness 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. • Free SURC Tabling Area Inspiring people to be kind during a worldwide celebration of good deeds. CLCE • 509-963-1850 cwu.edu/leadership-engage

FEBRUARY 14

#ILoveMyFDL 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. • Free Brooks Library Foyer Learn about Brooks Library as a Federal Depository for government information. Brooks Library • cwu.edu/library Cocoa and Consent 10 a.m. • SURC Pit • Free Wellness Center • 509-963-3213 cwu.edu/wellness

FEBRUARY 15

Job Search 12:10 - 12:45 p.m. • SURC 135 • Free Objectives, strategies and the Wildcat Career Network. Career Services www.cwu.edu/career Identity, Stereotypes & Biases Part I 4 - 5 p.m. • SURC 137A • Free Gain foundational knowledge of cultural competencies. Student Employment & CLA 509-963-2072 cwu.edu/student-employment

FEBRUARY 16

Strategies for Making Career Decisions 12:10 - 12:45 p.m. SURC 135 • Free Career Services • cwu.edu/career

- Sophomore Year Experience Events

Resumes & Cover Letters for Ed Majors 5 - 6 p.m. • Black 134 • Free Education students learn to construct a dynamic achievementorientated resume. Career Services • cwu.edu/career First Migrations: What New DNA Research Tells Us About the Human Peopling of the Earth 5:30 p.m. • Dean Lobby • Free A lecture by Dr. Joe Lorenz. Museum of Culture & Environment cwu.edu/museum “The Things They Carried” Discussion 7 p.m. • Kittitas Valley Unitarian Universalist (400 N. Anderson St.) Free A book discussion led by Rev. Bill Graves and Gerard Hogan. A Big Read event. Brooks Library • cwu.edu/library Men’s Basketball vs Western Washington 7 p.m. • Nicholson Pavilion Free/$5/$6/$8/$10 cwu.edu/tickets Athletics • wildcatsports.com Open Mic Night 8 p.m. • SURC Pit • Free Campus Activities • 509-963-1450

FEBRUARY 16 – 18

Student Works Festival 7:30 p.m. • $8/$10 Milo Smith Tower Theatre A venue for emerging student directors, designers and actors to share their work and passion. Advanced purchase recommended. Parental guidance advised. CWU Theatre • 509-963-1750 cwu.edu/theatre

FEBRUARY 16 – MARCH 12 Norman Lundin Exhibit 4 - 7 p.m. Randall 117 & Gallery • Free Paintings of realistic interiors and landscapes in subdued tones, with an emphasis on light and shadow. Art Department • 509-963-2665 cwu.edu/art

FEBRUARY 17

Showtime at Central TBA • SURC Ballroom • Free A spin on Showtime at the Apollo, the audience will give their feedback – immediately – to performers who are still on stage after giving it their all. Black Student Union bsu@cwu.edu

FEBRUARY 18 – 25

Climbing Wall Closure Closed for climbing competition. Climbing Wall • 509-963-3539 cwu.edu/climbing-wall

FEBRUARY 18

Student Works Festival 4 p.m. • $8/$10 Milo Smith Tower Theatre A venue for emerging student directors, designers and actors to share their work and passion. Advanced purchase recommended. Parental guidance advised. CWU Theatre • 509-963-1750 cwu.edu/theatre Men’s Basketball vs Simon Fraser 7 p.m. • Nicholson Pavilion Free/$5/$6/$8/$10 cwu.edu/tickets Athletics • wildcatsports.com

FEBRUARY 21

What Employers Want 4 - 5 p.m. • SURC 140 • Free Career Services cwu.edu/career Interviewing for Education Majors 5 - 6 p.m. • Black 137 • Free Career Services cwu.edu/career Family Literacy Night 6 - 7 p.m. • Library 288 CDSJ • 509-963-1298 cwu.edu/diversity Women’s Basketball vs Northwest Nazarene 7 p.m. • Nicholson Pavilion Free/$5/$6/$8 cwu.edu/tickets Athletics • wildcatsports.com

Lion Rock Visiting Writers Series: Maya Jewell Zeller, Poet 7:30 p.m. • SURC Ballroom • Free Craft Talk: Black 151 Noon - 1 p.m. Book signing after reading. College of Art & Humanities 509-963-1745 Lisa.Norris@cwu.edu

FEBRUARY 22

Dress for Success 12 - 12:45 p.m. • SURC 140 • Free Look good for a job fair or interview without spending a lot of money. Career Services • cwu.edu/career Tea @ 3: Rory Turner 3 p.m. • SURC Pit • Free Inspiring speakers, tasty treats. CLCE • 509-963-1850 Translating Your Military Experience 3 - 4 p.m. • SURC 140 • Free Tap into your military experience to identify strengths, knowledge and skills to enhance your resume and point you in a satisfying career direction. Career Services • cwu.edu/career Dine & Tote 5 p.m. • Registration required • Free Learn to cook healthy, low-cost meals and take the fixings home. cwu.edu/wellness/dine-and-tote Wellness Center • 509-963-3213 cwu.edu/wellness

FEBRUARY 23

Leadership Conference: The Best You Can Be: Snapshots of Leadership, Work & Purpose 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. • SURC • $10 Registration deadline: Feb. 17 Attend workshops around your schedule. CLCE • 509-963-1850 cwu.edu/leadership-engage Advanced Resumes 12:10 - 12:45 p.m. Black 136 • Free Fine-tune resumes for a specific internship or job. Career Services • cwu.edu/career Angry Eyes: Personality & Conflict 4 - 5 p.m. • Black 134 • Free Find your personality type and how it relates to handling conflict. Career Services • cwu.edu/career

Events subject to change. Please contact department listed for most current information.

FEBRUARY 23

“Undocumented” Reading 5:30 p.m. • Dean Hall Lobby Staged reading of a play written by Seattle-based immigration attorney Margaret O’Donnell. Museum of Culture & Environment cwu.edu/museum

FEBRUARY 26

Choir Concert 4 p.m. • Concert Hall • $7/$12 cwu.edu/tickets Music Department • 509-963-1216 cwu.edu/music

Vocal Jazz Concert 4 p.m. • Concert Hall • $7/$12 cwu.edu/tickets Music Department • 509-963-1216 cwu.edu/music

Paint Night 6 - 8 p.m. • Randall 222 • Free Sophomores learn art techniques. SYE • 509-963-2052

Monday Movie Madness: Edge of 17 7 & 9:30 p.m. • SURC Theatre Free for CWU Students, $3 GA Campus Activities • 509-963-1450

Music & Words Confront War 6 - 7:30 p.m. • Free McIntyre Recital Hall Enjoy musical performances and readings of war-related poetry. A Big Read event. Brooks Library • cwu.edu/library

FEBRUARY 24

FEBRUARY 28

MARCH 2 – 4

Identity, Stereotypes & Biases Part II 4 - 5 p.m. • SURC 137A • Free Learn to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. Student Employment & CLA 509-963-2072 cwu.edu/student-employment

MARCH 2

Forget Me Not Bingo 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. • Free SURC Pit & Adult Activity Center Students and older adults will have a fun-filled afternoon of bingo and raffles. CLCE • 509-963-1850 cwu.edu/leadership-engage Immigrant Voices: A Musical Exploration of the Immigrant Experience & Identity 7 p.m. • McIntyre Music Building Students perform songs that express the immigrant experience. Gayla Blaisdell • blaisdeg@cwu.edu

FEBRUARY 25

Ropeless Rodeo Climbing Competition 8:30 am - 7 p.m. • Climbing Wall $25/$35 As a part of the NC3 climbing series, the Ropeless Rodeo is bringing the best rock climbers from the region’s colleges and universities to CWU. Climbing Wall • 509-963-3539 cwu.edu/climbing-wall Wind Ensemble Concert 4 p.m. • Concert Hall Music Department • 509-963-1216 cwu.edu/music

FEBRUARY 25 – 26

49º North XC Ski Trip 8 a.m. Sat. - 6 p.m. Sun. • $65/$78 Leave from OPR Explore the 49º North Snow Park in Northeast WA. XC ski rentals included. Experience required. Pre-trip meeting Thurs., Feb. 23 at 6 p.m. at OPR. OPR • 509-963-3537 cwu.edu/opr

FEBRUARY 27

Networking 101 12:10 - 12:45 p.m. SURC 135 • Free Career Services • cwu.edu/career

Mardi Gras Dinner 4:30 - 7 p.m. • Holmes Dining Room $14 + tax (meal plan discounts apply) CWU Dining • cwu.edu/dining

MONKEY: His Magic Journey to the West 7:30 p.m. • McConnell Auditorium $8/$10 • Family-friendly Join Sun Wu Kong, his companions and their Buddhist monk master as they fight monsters, demons and each other on their hilarious and holy journey to India. Advance purchase recommended. Theatre Department 509-963-1750 • cwu.edu/theatre

Education Fair Noon - 3 p.m. SURC Ballroom • Free Find a teaching job with school districts and other employers. Career Services • cwu.edu/career

Family Literacy Night 6 - 7 p.m. • Library 288 CDSJ • 509-963-1298 cwu.edu/diversity

Open Mic Night 8 p.m. • SURC Pit • Free Campus Activities • 509-963-1450

Symphonic Bands Concert 7 p.m. • Concert Hall Music Department • 509-963-1216 cwu.edu/music

The Amazing Race - Ellensburg 3 - 6 p.m. • SURC Ballroom • Free Register in SURC 256 by Feb. 24 Compete against fellow Wildcats in a series of challenges for the grand prize – a partial Spring Quarter tuition waiver! CLCE • 509-963-1850

MARCH 1

The Interview 12:10 - 12:45 p.m. • SURC 140 Free Tips to prepare and answer common questions. Career Services • cwu.edu/career Softball vs Pacific Lutheran Double Header, 2 p.m. CWU Softball Field • Free Athletics • wildcatsports.com

- First Year Experience Events

MARCH 3

MARCH 4

Expanding Your Horizons 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. • CWU Campus • $15 Female volunteers host a hands-on exploration of STEM career options for girls in 5th-9th grade. Center for Excellence in Science & Mathematics Education (CESME) cesme@cwu.edu • 509-963-2135

- Sophomore Year Experience Events

Art + Feminism Wikipedia Edit-a-thon 12 - 4 p.m. • Brooks Library • Free Brooks Library • cwu.edu/library Baseball vs Saint Martin’s Double Header, Noon CWU Baseball Field • Free Athletics • wildcatsports.com

MARCH 5

Stevens Pass Ski Bus 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. • $12/$15 Leave from OPR Rentals and lift tickets not included. Discounted tickets available at OPR. OPR • 509-963-3537 cwu.edu/opr Baseball vs Saint Martin’s Double Header, Noon CWU Baseball Field • Free Athletics • wildcatsports.com

MARCH 6

Ellensburg’s Voices 7 - 8:30 p.m. Brooks Library • Free Women of the community discuss the concept of liberty and what it means to be a free woman. lib.cwu.edu/events-calendar Brooks Library • cwu.edu/library Monday Movie Madness: Passengers 7 & 9:30 p.m. • SURC Theatre Free for CWU Students, $3 GA Campus Activities • 509-963-1450

MARCH 8

Percussion Ensemble Concert 7 p.m. • Concert Hall Music Department • 509-963-1216 cwu.edu/music

MARCH 9 – 11

MONKEY: His Magic Journey to the West 7:30 p.m. • McConnell Auditorium $8/$10 Advance purchase recommended. Family-friendly. Theatre Department 509-963-1750 • cwu.edu/theatre

MARCH 9

MARCH 10

Softball vs Northwest Nazarene Double Header, 1 p.m. CWU Softball Field • Free Athletics • wildcatsports.com Stress Break Day 1 - 4 p.m. • SURC 137 • Free Pamper yourself with a spa day. Campus Activities • 509-963-1450

MARCH 11

Men’s Rugby vs Seattle Saracens 1 p.m. • CWU Rugby Pitch • Free Athletics • wildcatsports.com Softball vs Northwest Nazarene Double Header, 1 p.m. CWU Softball Field • Free Athletics • wildcatsports.com

MARCH 13

Monday Movie Madness: Sing 7 & 9:30 p.m. • SURC Theatre Free for CWU Students, $3 GA Campus Activities • 509-963-1450

MARCH 14

De-stress & Climb Social 5 - 8 p.m. • Climbing Wall Free/$5 (includes gear and belaying) Climbing Wall • 509-963-3539 cwu.edu/climbing-wall Waffle Night at Brooks Library 8 - 10 p.m. Brooks Library Fish Bowl • Free Brooks Library • cwu.edu/library

MARCH 16 – 18

Robotics Competition All Day • Free Nicholson Pavilion & CWU Campus Design, build and program metal robots to test their abilities and compete all over the U.S. Volunteers wanted. CESME • 509-963-2135 cwu.edu/cesme

MARCH 18

Men’s Rugby vs Brigham Young U 1 p.m. • CWU Rugby Pitch • Free Athletics • wildcatsports.com

Jazz Band Concert 4 p.m. • Concert Hall • $7/$12 cwu.edu/tickets Music Department • 509-963-1216 cwu.edu/music

MARCH 12

MONKEY: His Magic Journey to the West 2 p.m. • McConnell Auditorium $8/$10 Advance purchase recommended. Family-friendly. Theatre Department 509-963-1750 • cwu.edu/theatre Orchestra Concert 4 p.m. • Concert Hall • $7/$12 cwu.edu/tickets Music Department • 509-963-1216 cwu.edu/music

MARCH 12 & 13

Paws & Relax Finals Week Dog De-Stressing 4 - 7 p.m. • Brooks 152 • Free Brooks Library • cwu.edu/library

Events subject to change. Please contact department listed for most current information.