Free Tickets While They Last

Come and see the CAC Production of Dracula with the Honors Office. Free tickets for the Sunday October 25th 2:00 PM show. Sign up for tickets at thee Honors College Office in the Honors Hall. First come first served.

Honors students: Please read the post below for an exciting opportunity to perfect your personal statement for scholarships, fellowships, and grad school.

Please note that the following list is TENTATIVE ; therefore it is subject to change. As more information becomes available, these descriptions will be updated.

*Internship for Women’s Studies *
30th Anniversary Events

The West Virginia University Center for Women’s Studies is advertising a position for an intern who will help plan and coordinate activities for the 30th anniversary of the Center during the 2009/2010 academic year. This person should be currently enrolled as a WVU student with a background in women’s studies and/or a commitment to social justice issues. The position is part-time (10-15 hours per week depending on need and availability) with a pay rate of $10 per hour. The internship will start during the fall 2009 semester. The person should have the ability to perform the following tasks:

1) Develop and communicate information about the events and activities associated with the anniversary
through the WMST website
a. Develop a blog and Facebook page to communicate with WMST constituents
b. Organize and post images and documents associated with the Center’s history

Update calendar and communication with university members

2) Assist in research about the history of the Center through communication with current and past members
(faculty, directors, alumni, WV Alliance, etc.)
a. Develop archival materials for presentations and display

3) Develop brochures, announcements, and other publicity for events and activities
a. Utilize graphic design skills
b. Work with news and information office to advertise events

Possess strong writing and speaking skills with and for diverse populations

4) Organize travel and other logistics for speakers, visitors, and participants in the scheduled activities
a. Arrange flights, hotels, and meals for visitors
b. Schedule activities on campus

Able to work independently and cooperatively

Please send a letter of application outlining your qualifications for this internship, a WVU transcript, and two letters of reference to:

Dr. Ann Oberhauser, Director
Center for Women’s Studies
PO Box 6450
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV 26506
http://wmst.wvu.edu
Ann.oberhauser@mail.wvu.edu

1. (304)293-2339

Honors Student Association will be hosting a car at Trunk-or-Treat this year! If you’re interested in helping pass out candy to cute, dressed up kids, email me ASAP as HSA@mail.wvu.edu so I can get an accurate count.

October 19th is the last day to order t-shirts, sweatshirts, and sweatpants. Stop by the office to place an order on or before that date. Designs include Talk Nerdy to Me, Go Geek, and the Honors Hall Crest.

When: Thursday, October 15, 2009 from 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Where: E. Moore Hall

Come relax for an hour or two, enjoy tea and refreshments from other cultures, play games and learn how you can participate in ISO’s mentorship program… building friendships across cultures, learning about diverse customs and lifestyles, and providing a support system for both international and local students!

Possible Mentor-Mentee Events for the Year:
-Ice Cream Social
-Cooper’s Rock Hike/Picnic
-Ice Skating
-Board Games/Card Games
-Music/Theatre Productions at CAC
-Multi-Cultural Dance Lessons
-Potluck Dinner
-Writing Workshop
-Talent Show
-Foreign Film Night
-WVU Sports Events
-Group Workout at Rec
-Service Projects
-YOUR IDEAS HERE!

The next HSA meeting is on Monday, October 12th at 8 in the Honors Hall Media Room…hope to see you there!

The Registration Priority dates for Honors Students is as follows:

Honors Seniors: Tuesday, October 20 beginning at 7:00 AM.
Honors Juniors: Wednesday, October 21 beginning at 8:00 AM.
Honors Sophomores: Thursday, October 22 beginning at 8:00 AM.
Honors Freshmen: Friday, October 23 beginning at 8:00 AM.

Honors students: The West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine will be holding an house on their Lewisburg campus this fall. Join their representatives on Saturday, November 14, 2009 from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM to learn about exciting post-graduation opportunities in the field of osteopathic medicine.

A detailed flyer is attached below.

WVSOM_OpenHouse_Flyer