Announcements

• Presidential search student forum
• The Timothy and Sharon Ubben lecture
  
• Knit Knite
• Pilates Mat classes
• Putnam County Habitat for Humanity
• Radiant Divinity: Week of Illumination
• Need some new jeans for your fall wardrobe?
• Feelin’ Dirty?
• School of Music events
• Spiritual Life events
• National Hazing Prevention week
• Dance Marathon: pie in the face fundraiser

• Country music concert
• D3TV schedule
• Bark-B-Que
• Chemistry and Biochemistry seminar
• Taco Thursday
• Anchor Splash
• The Moon Festival
• Peace camp
• Healthy Living: Eating With Mindfulness
• Two first year evaluators needed
• UPS Scholarship Opportunity for DePauw students
• Career Services events

Sunday, September 30
8 p.m.
Memorial Student Union Building, Ballroom

What qualities do you believe DePauw's next President should have? Here is your chance to provide input.

For additional information about the search process, visit the Presidential Search site at
http://www.depauw.edu/univ/president/presidentsearch/. To submit comments about the qualities you believe DePauw's next President should have, send your electronic correspondence to presidentsearch@depauw.edu.

Thursday, September 27
7:30 p.m.
Green Center for the Performing Arts, Kresge Auditorium

Ralph Nader – consumer advocate, lawyer, activist and three-time presidential candidate. He will present the Timothy and Sharon Ubben Lecture, “Don’t Waste Your 20s! Your Most Creative Decade.” Honored by TIME magazine as "One of the Most Influential Americans of the 20th Century,” Nader has devoted many years to giving ordinary people the tools they need to defend themselves against corporate negligence and indifference.

The event is free and open to the public.

For more information, visit: http://www.depauw.edu/news/index.asp?id=20017.

Mondays
7 - 8 p.m.
The Women's Center

Wednesdays
7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
The Women's Center

Want to learn how to knit and fight for a good cause? Come to Knit Knite at the Women's Center! Yarn, needles, and snacks are provided and all skill levels are welcome! We will be knitting scarves to sell to raise money for insecticide treated mosquito nets, the most effective way to prevent the number one killer of children under five in the world - malaria. We will also be knitting squares to make blankets for homeless shelters. Come out for food, friends, fun, and to make a difference!

Mondays and Fridays
12:15 -1 p.m.
Lilly Center Dance Room

Open to all faculty, staff and students

To view other Wellness Programs, please visit: http://www.depauw.edu/student/studentlife/Wellness.asp.

Saturday, September 29
Walden Inn
5:30 - 6:30 p.m. (Auction)
6:30 p.m. (Dinner & Music)

Putnam County Habitat for Humanity is sponsoring an informal dinner and auction to help eliminate poverty housing in Putnam County.

Items in the past have included: Colts & Pacer tickets, sports memorabilia, dinner gift certificates, salon & hotel packages, jewelry, antiques, outdoor equipment, tools, home furnishings, hand-made quilts and fine art.

Tickets are $25 and include a dinner buffet.

Wednesday, September 26
6:30 p.m.
UB Fishbowl
The Basics of Sign Language. Engage in a brief introductory class on the basics of sign language!

Thursday, September 27
6:30 p.m.
Reese Hall Lounge
A performance by Desiree Marshall
With a style that has been described as unapologetic and raw, she fuses childhood experiences with adult lessons and mixes them with Hip Hop rhymes. Snacks will be provided. Desiree attacks hard issues such as socio-economics, education, and the prison system, as well as love, sex/sexuality, and relationships. In 2003 she earned a spot on the Urban Word NYC Youth Slam Team. The following year she competed in St. Louis at the adult National Poetry Slam with the Nuyorican National Slam Team, as well as being named a 2004 Nuyorican Grand Slam Finalist. Desiree is the reigning champion of the Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Slam in New Haven, CT.
Snacks will be provided

Friday, September 28
7 p.m.
Golden Grill, 806 S. Indiana St.
BBQ followed by a party at the Beta House!

Throughout the week we will be collecting clothes and school supplies for Madres, a human rights organization. Madres works with women who are affected by violations to help them win justice and, ultimately, change the conditions that give rise to human rights abuses. Boxes will be in various places throughout campus.

Sponsored by Omega Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

Wednesday, September 26
11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
UB Ballroom

Come to the discounted Designer Jean Sale brought to you by Pi Beta Phi & Charity Denim.

Priced from only $55-$85 a pair for popular men's and women's brands such as True Religion, Seven, Diesel, Paper Denim, Citizens of Humanity, Hudson & more! Open to everyone! Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover & Cash accepted. Proceeds go towards First Book Charity!

Sunday, September 30
11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
The Hub

Come to the Pi Phi/Delt Car Wash! Turnaround $2 or donation to benefit AIDS research. Bring your parents on their way out of town!

Thursday, September 27
1 p.m.
Green Center for the Performing Arts, 1115
School of Music Convocation eighth blackbird and Music Business

Sunday, September 30
3 p.m.
Gobin Memorial United Methodist Church
Family Weekend Concert DePauw University Band

Monday, October 1
7:30 p.m.
Green Center for the Performing Arts, Grotto
Faculty Recital: Anne Reynolds, flute, and Katya Kramer-Lapin, piano

Wednesday, September 26
7:30 p.m.
Reese Hall Lounge

"What is Buddhism?"
An hour-long introductory session led by Dr. Paul Watt, Professor of Asian Studies and Walter E. Bundy Professor of Religious Studies. All are welcome.

A second session will be held on October 10 at 7:30 p.m. on Tibetan Buddhism and the Dalai Lama. These sessions are offered in conjunction with the Dalai Lama's visit to Bloomington, October 24 - 27. All are welcome.

Every Wednesday
September 26
5 p.m.
Center for Spiritual Life (Reese Hall)

Bring your Thoughts
Bring your Questions
Bring your Appetite

A weekly program sponsored by the Office of Spiritual Life. Come listen to faculty, staff, students and community members discuss what matters most to them and why. Dinner is provided. All are welcome. This week: Leslie James, "Community and Contradictions." Contact marjorielytle@depauw.edu.

Wednesday, September 26
5:15 - 6:30 p.m.
Union Building, Terrace A/B

Connecting the Dots: Women, Hazing and Relationship Abuse
Greek women are invited to join us for a presentation and community discussion regarding hazing. Each sorority chapter can send four members, one of whom should be the new member educator or vice president of education/member development.

Thursday, September 27
8 a.m. - 4 p.m
Union Building

Anti-Hazing Day. Stop by the table in the Union Building to get your button and pen. Test your knowledge on hazing policy and receive an entry to a prize drawing. Also check out the media feed on hazing.

Friday, September 28
All over campus

National Hazing Awareness Day
Parents visiting campus for Family Weekend, please stop by the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life and receive information on hazing. Also available at the Family Weekend panel for Greek life.

Wednesday, September 26
Noon - 2 p.m.
Academic Quad

This event is to raise money for Pediatric Aids Research. Come support a great cause and put a pie in the face of professors or other students. Dance Marathon is asking for a minimum donation of $1 per pie.

Wednesday, September 26
9 p.m.
The Den

The "Get up Johns" will be playing old time country
music.

12 p.m. The Defense of Liberty
12:50 p.m. The DePauw Singing Bee
1:10 p.m. The View
1:30 p.m. The Source
2 p.m. DPU Football vs. Centre
4:10 p.m. We've Got Beef
5:10 p.m. Student Congress
6:10 p.m. The Defense of Liberty
6:57 p.m. The DePauw Singing Bee
7:14 p.m. The View
7:30 p.m. The Source
8 p.m. Football vs. Centre
10:10 p.m. We've Got Beef
11:10 p.m. Brass Tacks Marathon

Get turned on to D3TV!

Wednesday September 26
5-7 p.m.
South Quad Dells

Kappa Alpha Theta and FIJI are hosting their annual "Bark-B-Que" to benefit the Putnam County Humane Society! Only $3 for dinner. All proceeds go to a good cause! Join us for good food and fun and enjoy the company of adorable dogs!

Thursday, September 27
Noon
375 Julian

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry invites you to come learn about some of the research projects students are pursuing in our department this semester. Emily Gill, Ian Boyd, and Elizabeth Heiser will be providing background and outlining the direction of their projects this semester.

Two weeks later Sam Rund, Kate Ziegelgruber and Jacqueline Betsch will do the same. The seminar is a great opportunity to learn about some of the projects in the department. Refreshments are served.

Thursday
5 - 7 p.m.
Women's Center

Interested in the Peace Corps? Come talk with guest Ken Surdin, Peace Corps representative! Great Food! Great Conversation! Sponsored by the Compton Center for Peace & Justice, Women's Center and Career Services.

Join DG in their effort to support Service for Sight!
This year's theme is "Shipwrecked" and it's going to be good.

Starting Monday, October 1
Find a DG girl to get an anchor by saying "Delta Gamma, Anchor Splash, and Service for Sight". All three must be said to receive and anchor and collect as many as you can for your house; must be turned in by 5 p.m. Thursday.

Tuesday October 2
11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Most Beautiful Eyes Contest: Vote for your favorite pair of eyes and make donations.

Wednesday, October 3
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
East College Lawn
Anchor Run: Come support your team as they run around the anchor to earn points.

Thursday, October 4
7 p.m.
Lilly Center Pool
Anchor Splash: Come cheer on your team as they compete in relay events.

Friday, September 28
8 - 10 p.m.
McKim Observatory

Come and celebrate with us! Bring your favorite MOON SONG OR POEM in any language. Sample traditional Chinese Moon Cakes and other Asian delights. Appreciate the moon and enjoy fine tea. Sponsored by Asian Studies, Asia Club and Physics/Astronomy.

Monday, October 1
Academic Quad

12:30 p.m.
Iraq: A Bad Idea From The Start?
Prof. Brett O'Bannon, Political Science

5 p.m.
Local Food Tasting

6 p.m.
Sustainable, Seasonal Eating
J.D. Grove & Bobbi Boos, Local Farmers

7 p.m.
Death of the Canary:Catastrophic Collapse and Higher Education in the 21st Century
Prof. Glen Kuecker, History (in Watson Forum)

Tuesday
Academic Quad

12:30 p.m.
A Dialogue on No Child Left Behind
Professor of Education Studies Sally Harvey. Koelpin will lead discussion on the Bush administration's controversial No Child Left Behind education policy.

4 p.m.
Militarism & the Impending War in Iran
Prof. Keith Nightenhelser, Prof. Istvan Csicsery-Ronay, & Prof. Nahyan Fancy.

6 p.m.
Art as Activism
Prof. Anne Harris

7:30 p.m.
Iraq War Film Series, War Made Easy
A film by Robert Greenwald. (Watson Forum)

9 p.m.
A Musical Evening of Social Justice
Musicians Doug Cox, Istvan Csicsery-Ronay, & Ron Dye will play fun, inspiring music.

Thursday, September 27
4 - 5 p.m.
Reese Hall Lounge

Do you overeat or undereat? Do you multi-task while eating by reading or watching television?

Industry and technology continue to come out with more "healthful” foods, but Americans continue to be more overweight than ever!

Join Registered Dietitian Alicia Oskay as she leads you through some mindful eating practices. Eating mindfully helps us to take in proper nutrients and maintain a healthful weight.

Two first-year students are needed to help evaluate a 50-minute on-line course about what students experience when they join a student club, team or organization.

To volunteer, send a sentence or two on why you are interested to lindawrede@depauw.edu by Tuesday, October 2.

Do you have a relationship with UPS either as a former or current employee or as the son/daughter of a former or current employee?

If yes, please contact Peg Lemley in the Financial Aid Office at lemley@depauw.edu for a scholarship application.

Wednesday, September 26
5:30 - 7 p.m.
157 Julian, food provided

Eli Lilly Corporate Presentations on:  Financial Analyst, Intern, Sales
Company representatives (some of whom are DPU alumni) will give an overview of the company and the employment opportunities in Finance and Sales (internships and full-time).

Thursday, September 27
11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Union Building Ballroom

CAREER EXPLORATION DAY
September 27, mark it on your calendar! Whether you are uncertain about your career direction, just beginning your job search or are considering a Winter Term, summer or semester-long internship, the day offers something for you.

25th Annual Career Exploration Day. Over 50 alumni and friends of the University will represent a variety of occupations. These individuals will answer your questions about their fields, discuss career paths, suggest ways to prepare for a career in their occupation and discuss employment opportunities.

Thursday, September 27
4 p.m.
Watson Forum

Federal Bureau of Investigation Information Session

DePauw alumni will be on campus to share information about the FBI and their employment opportunities.  The representatives will interview for multiple positions in the Washington DC metro area on October 10 and 11. To register for the presentation, to view the job descriptions or to submit a resume for an interview, please visit your TigerTracks account.  Questions? Please contact Career Services at careercenter@depauw.edu or 765-658-4280.

Thursday, September 27
4 - 5 p.m.
102 Harrison Hall

Career Opportunities with the U.S. State Department: A representative from the U.S. State Department will be on campus to speak with students interested in working for the federal government, specifically the State Department.  He will also be at the Career Fair on Thursday, September 27, in the Union Building Ballroom from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Tuesday, October 2
4:15 p.m.
102 Harrison Hall

Starting Your Job Search
Deadlines to submit resumes for on-campus interviews with the following organizations are this week:
digitalKnowledge
Enterprise Rent-a-Car
Eli Lilly & Company, Financial Services
John Hancock Financial Network
West Monroe Partners
Governor Bob Orr Indiana Entrepreneurial Fellowship
Federal Bureau of Investigation

PEACE CORPS CAMPUS VISIT
The Peace Corps is recruiting DePauw students for 2009 positions. Find out more by speaking directly to the regional recruiter at the following events.

Meet a Peace Corps Recruiter Who Served in Morocco
DePauw University Career Fair
Thursday, September 27
11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Union Building Ballroom

Peace Corps General Information Session at DePauw University
Thursday, September 27
7 - 8 p.m.
Julian Auditorium, room 147

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