Rockhurst News Volume XXXI, Number 17 Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Events and Happenings through Jan. 22 Wednesday, January 18: 4-6 p.m.: Back to School meeting for student organizations—Massman Gallery 10:10 p.m.: Mass—Mabee Chapel
Thursday, January 19 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.: ISA rep—Massman Hall 9-11 p.m.: IFC open house—Science Center 10:10 p.m.: Mass—Mabee Chapel
Friday, January 20 Saturday, January 21: Sunday, January 22: 6 p.m.: Student Mass -SFX Additional information about events and happenings can be found at http://calendar.rockhurst.edu. The Counseling Center hours: Monday and Friday—8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday—8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please call ext. 4275 for an appointment The Counseling Center is located in Massman 5. Weekday Mass times: St. Francis Xavier Church (chapel): 7 & 11 a.m. Mabee Chapel, Massman Hall, noon
Campus Ministry The 10:10 pm. Mass will resume on Wednesday, Jan. 18, in Mabee Chapel. The 10:10 p.m. Mass is offered weekly Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Join us at 6 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 22, for our first student Mass of the spring semester. Mass will be held at SFX and Fr. Curran will preside. Retreat on the Rock is scheduled for February 10-12. This powerful, Kairos-style weekend retreat is a wonderful opportunity to gain insight into your relationships with others, with God, and with yourself. The cost is $50. To register, stop by Campus Ministry Offices in Massman 3. Registration deadline is Wednesday, Jan. 25. Pasta & Prayer —We gather at 4:40 p.m. every Tuesday in the Mabee Chapel for 30 minutes of shared prayer and then visit the Campus Ministry Center (5134 Forest) for a free dinner. The first Pasta and Prayer of this semester is Tuesday, Jan. 24. We hope you are able to join in, if not every week at least when your schedule allows! Even those with night classes at 5:30 or 6 p.m. on Tuesdays are able to attend for both the prayer and the pasta. For more information contact Cindy Schmersal at (816) 501-4303 for more information.
Attention CLC members – don’t miss the CLC retreat 1 to10 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28. Our guest speaker will be Fr. Tri Dihn, S.J. The cost is $20. Stop by the Campus Ministry Office for an application.
Announcements The Rockhurst app is here! If you have an iPhone, you can now download the official Rockhurst University app from the iTunes store. The app allows quick and easy access to Rockhurst sports information, news, videos, maps and important phone numbers. Those with Rockhurst network access can sign in for directory information, and students can access course information. Blackberry and Android users, stay tuned. Your apps are coming soon!
Rockhurst University is undertaking the process of institutional self-examination and reflection in preparation for the visit in October 2012 of the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities review team. The five criteria framing the self study are: Mission & Ministry Preparing for the Future Student Learning and Effective Teaching Acquisition, Discovery and Application of Knowledge Engagement and Service Each criterion will be explained in-depth in upcoming issues of the RWN.
Honk, Honk, Zipcar Is Here! This semester Zipcar is available to all Rockhurst University students over 18, faculty and staff. Zipcar is wheels when you want them, literally. With Zipcars parked nearby at UMKC, all you have to do is decide where you want to go and when. Zipcar’s cutting edge technology allows you to reserve cars 24/7, online or on your mobile device. Low hourly and daily rates include gas, insurance, and 180 miles per day. Why deal with having a car on campus? Find out more at www.zipcar.com/rockhurst or find us on facebook. All education students must pass all four sections of the College Basic Academic Subjects Examination (College BASE) before taking any upper level education courses. We will offer the College BASE here on campus at 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26. Registration forms are available in VA 303. For details, call Mary x4140.
Want to study history in Paris, literature in India or theater in London? ISA has all that and more! An ISA representative will be on-campus Thursday, Jan. 19, to visit with you about opportunities to study abroad. Stop by the information table between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., located in Massman Hall by the cafeteria, to find out more! We are happy to walk you through our programs, answer questions about financial aid, scholarships and help you find the best fit for your major. Information about intern and volunteer aboard opportunities also will be available. The North Parking Garage is now open. 1. The gate arms located on the ramp going to the second level are now activated and you will use your Rockhurst I.D. (swipe card) to both enter and exit. A parking permit will not be needed until Jan. 30. 2. Anyone found parking on any Rockhurst lot, including the North Parking Garage, without a current Rockhurst Parking Permit will be ticketed starting Monday, Jan. 30. The ability to enter the parking garage via swipe card does not authorize parking there. 3. Currently, the parking garage elevator is not working. Use the stairwells located at both the north and south ends of the parking garage. Should the south tower still be blocked off (because of a broken window pane) between the rd th 3 and 4 levels do not use the south stairwell from those levels. As soon as the broken glass pane is replaced the barricade tape will be removed. You can exit the garage via the south nd stairwell or the ramps from the 2 level or the north stairwell or via the ramps (be careful and watch for vehicle traffic). 4. The posted speed limit in the parking garage is 5 mph 5. Be careful when entering or exiting the parking garage especially when making left turns both into and out of the parking garage. 6. Security phones are located at both the north and south ends of the parking garage on every level. These are push button blue phones, as already used on campus. Familiarize yourself with their locations. Security will be patrolling through the garage. Twenty-two closed circuit televisions provide surveillance of a large portion of the parking garage and are monitored and recorded. Signs announcing that the area is under surveillance have been ordered. If anyone has questions about the parking garage please contact Matt Heinrich or Bill Evans.
Mark your calendar for the Rockhurst Career Fair on Thursday, Feb 9. Career Services encourages all employment seeking students and alumni to attend this event and take advantage of the opportunity to network with employers. Participants will include Cerner, Commerce Bank, the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, Multi Service Corporation, Plattform Advertising, Stowers Institute, and more. Join us 4-6 p.m. in the Rock Room. For more information please contact Mike Theobald at ext. 4861.
Student Life Are you looking for a great leadership opportunity! Check out the five leadership positions now available: Resident Assistant(RA) Orientation leader Social Mentor Homecoming Coordinators Family and Alumni Weekend Coordinator Learn more about these leadership positions and how to apply. Application deadline is Friday, Feb. 3. You must complete an online application, sign up for an interview and attend a 1.1 interview. For more information contact Megan Green at 816-501-4398.
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