CTLT Roundup

Need help submitting or approving time sheets?

There will be a presentation on "How to submit or approve timesheets" on February 8th at 9:00 a.m. and February 11th at 1:00 p.m., Alexander Hall Auditorium.  There will be time for questions and answers after the presentation.  No advanced reservations are required.

Oakley Dining Room Opens February 17

The NTN 422 students will open the Oakley Dining Room at 11:30, Wednesday, February 17. The cost of lunch is $7.00 and menus can be viewed by going to the Oakley Dining Room Web site. Call 3387 for reservations. Seating is limited.

‘iWorld’ panel discusses globalization

7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 11 at Richmond College - Open to All - Panel and Audience Discussion on Globalization. Are you part of a global community?

Rape: Ending the Silence

Rebecca Kiessling and Liz Carl are coming to Wrather Auditorium on March 1st. 6PM-9PM. Come hear their life changing stories.

Missy Jenkins Inspirational Speech

The ladies of Sigma Alpha Sorority invite you to join them for an inspirational story that will touch your heart. Missy Jenkins, author of "I Choose to Be Happy" and survivor of 1997 Heath High School shooting, will be sharing her story at the Wrather Museum Auditorium on Thursday, February 25 at 7:00 p.m. This event is open to all MSU students and is free admission. Missy's book will also be sold at the door. We hope to see you there!

X's & Y's for X's & O's Musical Showcase

Looking for a campus event to celebrate Valentines Day with your Sweetheart?Attend the X's & Y's for X's & O's musical showcase on Thurs., Feb. 11, at 8:30 p.m. in the Stables, Curris Center. Entertainers featured: Ryan Gilchrist, Abby Potts, Josh Carlton & Anchor in the Valley. $3 for students. $5 for non students. Refreshments will be served.

PRSSA Valentine Bakery & Goodies Sale 2/10/10

On Wednesday February 10, visit the PRSSA Valentine Bakery & Goodies Sale in Faculty Hall. No need to shop the stores for a gift for your Valentine. You can purchase homemade treats and other items at the PRSSA's Valentine Sale from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Europe in Transition Information Sessions

MSU's Europe in Transition Professional Development Seminar calls for proposals for its August 2010 program in Regensburg, Germany. Attend an information session at CTLT (3rd floor, Applied Science North) either this Wednesday, the 10th at 2:30 or Thursday, the 11th at 2:00. Learn more about the program and meet past participants.

Free Condoms

Murray State Alliance will be in the Curris Center from 10am-3pm every day this week distributing free condoms as part of Alliance's V-Day Safer Sex campaign. For more info: anthony.jones@murraystate.edu

HISTORY RESEARCH FORUM

Jennifer McPherson will speak on "Western Women in Agriculture, 1900-1950" on February 11 at 4:00 pm in Faculty Hall 505. All are welcome.

Attention August 2010 Graduates

The deadline for seniors to apply for August 2010 graduation is March 2, 2010. The application form is available online or you can pick up a copy of the application at the Registrar's Office in Sparks.

BackPack Program - Feeding Hungry Children

The BackPack program, sponsored by Needline, is in need of volunteers to collect and pack food for 200+, K-5 children in Murray/Calloway County. For some children this is the only food they receive on the weekends. Teachers are reporting that this food is making a huge difference in the children's performance in school as well as their overall health. If you are interested in becoming involved in this important program, please join us on Feb 9 @ 7pm, Rm 100 Carr Health Bldg, or call the Center for Service Learning & Civic Engagement - 809-3080.

The Body Image Project- Art exhibit & lecture

Join us Wednesday, February 10, 2010 from 6:30-7:30 pm in Wrather Auditorium for a presentation by artist Larry Kirkwood entitled, "Beauty as a Relative Concept." Immediately following, the art exibit of 20 male and female body castings titled, "The Body Image Project" will be open to the public for Free. The exhibit will remain open February 11-12, 8:30am-10:00pm in Wrather Museum.

iWorld: A Panel on Globalization

Featuring panelists Dr. Riad Attar, Jodi Keen, Dr. David Pizzo, Dr. Seid Hassan, and Dr. Therese St. Paul. Moderator Jody Cofer. Thursday, February 11 at Richmond College Meeting Room. 7:30 pm Light refreshments provided.

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Informational

Interested in becoming a member of Zeta Phi Beta please come to our informational Wednesday, February 10 at 8:00pm in the Barkley room located on the 3rd floor of the Curris Center. Dress is Business Casual

MSU Theatre Presents "The Jungle Book"

Come see The Jungle Book in Lovett Auditorium! Admission is free with a Racercard and $2.50 for all others. Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m., Feb. 9 at 9:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., and Feb. 10 and 11 at 10:00 a.m. Tickets: 809-4421 or at the door.

WIN GREAT PRIZES! Help name the QEP!

Win a Wii, an iPod Touch, or a Sony Reader by creating a clever phrase that reflects MSU's new emphasis on writing skills. The contest is open to all students, faculty, and staff. QEP stands for Quality Enhancement Plan. Institutions that are accredited by SACS are required to identify a topic related to student learning. A survey last spring of students, faculty, and staff identified student writing skills as the best focus for MSU's QEP. Please submit your entry by completing the QEP Tagline Contest online or by placing your entry in the box at the Help Desk in Waterfield Library.

Leadership Workshop Series: Public Speaking

FREE workshop about Public Speaking! All great leaders need to have great speaking skills. Learn how to improve your public speaking skills in the Curris Center Ohio Room from 5-6 pm on Tuesday, February 15th.

1st Annual Majors' Fair

Are you unsure of what your future holds? Come out and Explore Your World at the first annual Majors’ Fair on Wed., Feb. 17, 2010 in the Curris Center small ballroom from 2:00-5:00.This event will allow undeclared students and/or students thinking of changing their major to speak with representatives from the many various academic programs here at MSU. Light refreshments will be available. For questions call Olympia Stewart @ 6344 or email caa@murraystate.edu. Sponsored by the Center for Academic Advising.

myGate Finance Training

Training will be available on Tuesday, February 23rd from 8:30am - 11:30am. This training workshop is for Creating Purchase Requisitions & Direct Pay Invoices. You must have a myGate username and password and approval to create finance documents in Banner before signing up. Click here for the Registration page. For questions, please contact Gena Wilson, Procurement Services, at 809-4057 or gena.wilson@murraystate.edu

SGA Accepting Applications for Awards

The Jim Baurer Outstanding Staff Service Award, Max Carman Outstanding Teacher Award and Ralph H. Woods Memorial Award. Applications available in the SGA office, Curris Center, or on-line www.msusga.com.

The 2nd All Campus Sing Informational Meeting

The 52nd All Campus Sing will be on Wednesday April the 14th and we want you in it! The next informational meeting will be Tues., Feb. 9th at 9:00 PM in the Mississippi Room! Any questions contact Stephanie Jones at 618-210-5395.

MSU Academic Team Meeting

Do you enjoy trivia competitions? The MSU Academic Team is looking for new members! If you're interested come out to a meeting at 2:30 on Feb. 3rd or 9th at 302 Faculty Hall, or contact Brad Oliver at bradley.oliver@murraystate.edu

Screening of "Long Night's Journey Into Day"

A screening of "Long Night's Journey Into Day," a documentary film about South Africa's Truth and Reconciliation Committee will air on Monday, February 15, between 3 and 5:30 PM, in Faculty Hall 208. Archbishop Tutu chaired the commission.

Great Jeans Exchange

This event gives people who are holding on to an old pair of jeans that don't fit anymore a chance to exchange them for a pair that fits their body shape. There will be a store in Carr Health on February 25, 2010 from 9AM to 4 PM.  Sponsored by the Women's Center.

TEAS EXAM

Fall 2010 applicants to the Nursing Program need to complete a TEAS Exam prior to May 1, 2010. Call Mary Craig at 270-809-2193 for more information. Exam date is scheduled for April 9.

Relief for Haiti!

Want to help the relief effort in Haiti? Departments, classes, Residence Halls, or organizations can contact robin.esau@murraystate.edu to check out a Bucket for haiti to pass at your next meeting or activity. Or, you can send a check or money order to the American Humanics/Youth & Nonprotift Leadership program to 105 Carr Health Building, Murray State University, Murray, KY  42071. Want more information on Haiti relief efforts at MSU? Contact roger.weis@murraystate.edu or 270-809-3808. Thanks for your help!

Making the Connection

HPV and Cancer Awareness - Curris Center Dance Lounge - Feb 16 - 3 - 6 p.m. Information booths with professionals answering questions on your risks & how to improve your health and wellness. Light refreshments will be available. More info here.

Dr. Steven Patterson to deliver talk on India

Dr. Steven Patterson will lecture on the topic "No Man Harms Me With Impunity: Honor and Shame In British India" in room 208 of Faculty Hall at 7:00 pm on February 18. A reception at the Faculty Club will follow.

H1N1 Vaccine - FREE - Health Services

H1N1 Vaccine continues to be available for students, faculty and staff Monday - Friday from 8 - 11 a.m.  The vaccine is free and the time commitment is minimal.  Make immunization an important part of your spring health plan. For more information contact Health Services at 809-3809 or see our website.

Run4Another 5K Run/Walk

Join us at the Run4Another 5K Run/Walk on February 27th! Enter today. All pre-registrants will receive a sweet race t-shirt and a sports water bottle. Get all the info and a printable entry form here.

Study Abroad in Poland June 7th - 21st, 2010

REC 311-Leadership in Adventure Education offers an adventure of a lifetime. Travel to beautiful Poland, located in Eastern Europe and take part in a course full of adventure, history, culture and just plain fun. Call 809-3144 or 809-2277.