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A discussion about the deďŹ nition of sexual harassment, types of sexual harassment and legal protection will take place 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. today from in room 236 at the Pavilion.
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With spring break days away, students are anxiously awaiting the few days they can celebrate the freedom from class, tests and papers. Mays Business School is getting a head start on the fun with their annual Maysfest outside of Wehner Building on West Campus from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m today. Even though the event is organized by the Business Student Council and is not specifically for business students. Maysfest is a way for members of the Business Student Council and other organizations of the business school to give back to their fellow students and professors. “We put it on as a way to give back to students and faculty, but most importantly relax and have a fun day,� said Garrett Bottlinger, a junior finance major. For minimal cost, students will be able to purchase pizza rolls and Jamba Juice while enjoying the environment or enjoying an inflatable basketball game. “It’s really like a carnival. We have really cool giveaways for the students who come,� said Jessica Pollio, a senior marketing major.
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The Business Student Council arranged to have a profit share with Spoons yogurt benefitting Project Mays. For the small cost of three dollars, students can contribute to the largest annual community service project in Mays Business School. This annual service project benefitting Bryan-College Station. Last year, the money raised by Project Mays was able to donate a playground to Milam Elementary in Bryan, giving children the opportunity to play in a fun, safe environment than what they were previously offered. “We are pulling all of our resources to give to these kids. We want to give them educational yet fun things for the school year and summer,� Pollio said. Business Student Council expects even more of a turnout for Maysfest this year with with the hope of helping out students in Bryan ISD. With over 4000 students in the business school alone, not including professors or students going to and from classes, Pollio expects over 1000 people attending Maysfest. “We take things like sidewalk chalk for granted. Some of these kids do not even have that,� Pollio said. See Maysfest on page 6
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breakthrough in a Costa Rican paradise,� said Joelle Zerillo, marketing director of Global Renewable Energy Education Network. “Costa Rica is the only place in the world where you can gain exclusive access to five types of functioning renewable energy facilities while enjoying adventure excursions and cultural events which make Costa Rica the epicenter of EcoTourism.� GREEN offers a unique scholastic experience for students interested in fields concerning renewable energy and provides students with necessary information for future employment. “GREEN is a new initiative that was developed off of what university students need the most today to peak their educational experiences and ultimately make themselves more marketable for future employers,� Zerillo said. “This international experience will add another dimension to your academic curriculum, join a strong network of likeminded individuals across the country who have also attended the program, make students more marketable for future employers and enhance your path towards becoming an impactful global citizen.� Along with the unforgettable experience abroad and the educational facet of the program, one of the highlights of GREEN is the network students build from participating. “Our unequivocal ability to provide students with a brand new network of people equally interested in renewable energy is the factor that makes this program unique,� Zerillo said. “Our students leave the country inspired to make a positive difference in the world with a
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Students walk up to a wind power plant in Tilawa. network of alumni to maintain relationships, build careers, seek guidance and help with these world changing ideas.� Attracting students from more than 20 universities across the United States, GREEN applicants must be 18 years old, have a valid U.S. passport or international visa, be enrolled at a university and complete a series of essays. GREEN is offering five summer programs that students can currently apply for online. “I would highly recommend this program to other TAMU students that are interested in renewable energy, want to explore Costa Rica and are up for the 12 days of nonstop life learning experiences,� Rivas said. “You are able to connect with other undergrad students from around the nation that share a similar interest.� Even for students unable to attend GREEN, knowledge of renewable energy sources and applications to further preserve our world. “Students should be learning about
renewable energy because it is something that is going to involve them for the rest of their lives,� said Pablo Serrano, a freshman Agricultural Business major. “They are the future; it is up to them to find new sources of energy. With oil prices going higher and higher everyone is going to be benefited with renewable energy research.� Rivas, who plans to work in Latin America, enjoyed studying abroad in a program suited to her field of interest. She also liked working with the local people, learning their cultural differences and gaining a new perspective of renewable energy. “Going into the program I thought it would be impossible to cram everything in 12 days but once the last day came around I realized how much I had completed, learned, adapted and how Costa Rica equals Pura Vida,� Rivas said. “The popular saying in Costa Rica: Pura Vida means Pure Life, and you will really savor a pure enriched life there.�
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