Adult and Commuter Connection - Aug/Sept. 08

The University of Memphis

Inside this issue: Commuter Student Association

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Adult Student Association

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CSA Car Show

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Dining Locations

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Tiger Football Schedule

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Adult & Commuter Connection August/September 2008

START YOUR DAY WITH US!

Hello, students! We’re so glad you’re here! To welcome you to campus, Adult & Commuter Student Services is giving away FREE bottles of water!

Special Areas of Interest: • Staying Safe workshop • Add/Drop Dates • Tiger Dining Specials • Campus Events

Look for us every morning from 7:45 a.m. to 10 a.m. in the following locations: Monday: Sidewalk on Walker Avenue near Smith Chemistry Tuesday: Sidewalk on Walker Avenue near Smith Chemistry Wednesday: Breezeway between Theatre & Music buildings Thursday: Breezeway between Theatre & Music buildings FRIDAY: FREE BREAKFAST IN THE ACSS OFFICE ON THE 5TH FLOOR OF WILDER TOWER! The Adult & Commuter Student Services office exists to provide support for commuter and non-traditional students. We have student lounges, a computer lab and much more—just for you! Come by the 5th floor of Wilder Tower and check out our office! Or you can drop by Brister Hall, Room 208, and take a rest in our new student lounge. We can’t wait to meet you!

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LOOKING FOR A ROOMMATE? NEED A PLACE TO LIVE? Check out the ACSS’ Off-Campus Housing Web site!

On this site you can use message boards to find roommates, compare different apartment offerings, search rental properties, and more!

This is the one-stop solution for your housing needs.

Go to www.memphis.edu/acss and click on the OffCampus Housing tab to reach the site. You’ll have to sign in, but it only takes a second and it’s FREE! Also, in March the Adult & Commuter Student Services office will be hosting an Off-Campus Housing Fair. This event will save you a lot of time in looking for an apartment, so be sure to plan to be there!

THE ASA WELCOMES YOU! The Adult Student Association (ASA) is an organization devoted to helping students 25 years and older excel at university life. It is a student-run organization that seeks to provide support for adult students at the University of Memphis.

ASA officers for 2008-2009: Kristy Conger – President Karol Benfield – Vice President Heidi Basinger – Secretary Lacey Gaylord – Treasurer Joan Rayman – Sergeant at Arms Tiffany Lindfield – Web Master Dottie Heinz – Historian The first ASA meeting will be held September 5, 2008, at 12 p.m. on the 5th floor of Wilder Tower.

Also, on September 19, 2008, the ASA will hold a “Coping With Stress” workshop.

If you’d like more information about membership, events or meetings, send an e-mail to Kristy Conger at kconger@memphis.edu or stop by the 5th floor of Wilder Tower.

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MEET THE CSA! At the University of Memphis, commuters make up almost 90% of the student body. If that percentage includes you, then check out the Commuter Student Association!

The CSA’s first meeting will be Thursday, August 28, at 1 p.m. The CSA puts on several events during the year, including parties, workshops and charity functions.

If you’re a commuter student, the CSA would like to meet you! Membership is open to all commuting students at the U of M, and it’s only $10! Contact or come by the ACSS office for more details, or check out the CSA page on the ACSS Web site: www.memphis.edu/acss.

The CSA is an organization that represents the interests and needs of commuting students. Its goal is to help commuter students connect with the campus community.

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ADD / DROP DATES Last Day of Regular Registration: Full: August 22, 2008 1st: August 22, 2008 2nd: October 14, 2008 RODP: August 22, 2008

1st Day to Drop & Receive a “W” Grade:

Last Day to Drop:

Full: September 6, 2008 1st: September 6, 2008 2nd: October 29, 2008 RODP: September 6, 2008

Full: October 17, 2008 1st: September 17, 2008 2nd: November 6, 2008 RODP: October 17, 2008

You can also find other university-related calendars, including the Academic Year calendar, online at http://academics2.memphis.edu/registrar/calendars/semester.htm.

ACSS Workshop #1

STAYING SAFE Facilitated by Officer Marco Anderson, U of M Police Services

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 Brister 220 12:40 p.m. – 2:05 p.m.

Open to everyone!

Call (901) 678-2644 or visit our Web site (www.memphis.edu/acss) for more information.

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CAMPUS DINING SPOTS: • The Blue Zone: Open: Mon.-Thurs., 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Closed: Saturday & Sunday Location: Richardson Towers (1st floor) All-You-Can-Eat • The Cyber Café: Open: Mon.-Thurs., 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Closed: Saturday & Sunday Location: FedEx Institute Coffee, Snacks & Pasta Specials • Fred & Ethel’s: Open: Mon.-Thurs., 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Closed: Saturday & Sunday Location: Theatre & Comm. Bldg.

Coffee & Snacks • Tiger Den: Open: Mon.-Thurs., 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Location: Jones Hall Food-Court-style, including fast food options, sushi, grab ‘n’ go salads & sandwiches, snacks, smoothies, ice cream, etc.

• Edgar Allen Joe’s: Open: Mon.-Thurs., 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Closed: Saturday & Sunday Location: Patterson Hall Coffee & Snacks • Einstein Brothers: Open: Mon.-Thurs., 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Closed: Saturday & Sunday Location: McWherter Library Coffee, Bagels, Salads, Sandwiches & Desserts • Starbucks: Location: U of M Bookstore Coffee, Desserts & Snacks

TIGER DINING SPECIALS HAPPY HOUR (3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Mon.—Thurs.)

16 oz. Espresso Drinks for $2.99 (Tiger Den, Einstein Bros., Cyber Café, Fred & Ethel’s, Edgar Allen Joe’s) Fresh Fruit Smoothies for $2.99 (Tiger Den, Einstein Bros., Cyber Café) Mexican Happy Hour at Zoca (in the Tiger Den): Monday: $1 Tacos Tuesday: $1 Chips & Queso Wednesday: $1 Mini Quesqadillas Thursday: $1 Mini Nachos Also, check out Value Cards! These are available at Coffee Kiosks and the Tigersmart booth in theTiger Den: Espresso Drink Card: $13.99 Fresh-Brewed Coffee Card: $7.99 Fountain Beverage Card: $25.00

W H AT ’ S H A P P E N I N G

TIGER FOOTBALL 2008 SCHEDULE

August/September 2008 08/22: Movie on the Mall: Ironman. 8 p.m., Alumni Mall.

08/23: Warm Welcome Picnic. 6 p.m., Fogelman Lawn.

08/24: BCM Grub on the Grass. 7 p.m., Midland@Patterson 08/25: Student Involvement Fair. 3 p.m., Alumni Mall.

08/25: National Banana Split Day. 08/26: Caricatures. 11 a.m., Rose Theatre Lobby.

08/27: SAC Karaoke Night. 7 p.m., Panhellenic Building.

08/28: SAC Comedy Slam. 8 p.m., Rose Theatre.

08/26: Minority Affairs Mixer. 7 p.m., Rose Theatre.

09/01: Labor Day. 09/03: Wednesday Night Live: Ryan Horne. 8 p.m., Tiger Den. 09/10: SAC “Theatricks.” 7 p.m., Rose Theatre.

09/11: SAC Challenging Nature. 7 p.m., Panhellenic Ballroom.

09/13: Chocolate Day.

08/30: at Mississippi. Oxford, MS. 6 p.m.

09/06: v. Rice. Liberty Bowl. 7 p.m.

09/13: at Marshall. Huntington, WV. 7 p.m.

09/20: v. Nicholls State. Liberty Bowl. 7 p.m.

09/27: v. Arkansas State. Liberty Bowl. 1 p.m.

10/02: at UAB. Birmingham, AL. 7 p.m.

10/10: v. Louisville. Liberty Bowl. 7 p.m.

10/18: at East Carolina. Greenville, NC. 11 a.m.

10/25: v. Southern Miss. Liberty Bowl. 7 p.m.

11/08: at SMU. Dallas, Texas. 2 p.m.

11/22: v. UCF. Liberty Bowl. TBA. 11/29: v. Tulane. Liberty Bowl. 1 p.m.

09/18: Alex Winston Band. 8 p.m., Rose Theatre.

09/20: SAC Cinema: Enchanted. 2 p.m., Johnson Auditorium.

09/23: Mayda Del Valle. 8 p.m., Panhellenic Ballroom.

Adult and Commuter Student Services Director: Joy R. Stout 500 Wilder Tower Memphis, TN 38152

*Bold indicates a home game.

MISSION The mission of the Adult and Commuter Student Services office is to provide a supportive environment for non-traditional and commuter students that promotes intellectual, social and academic growth and development through services and programs that foster lifelong learning.

Phone: (901)-678-2995; (901) 678-2644 Fax: (901)-678-4894 E-mail: acss@memphis.edu

Visit our website at:

www.memphis.edu/acss/

CONTACT AND GENERAL INFORMATION The Adult and Commuter Student Services office is located on The University of Memphis campus on the 5th floor of Wilder Tower. Our regular hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday. If you need after hours help, please call us to make arrangements.

A Tennessee Board of Regents Institution An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action University

We welcome comments, questions, or suggestions. We can be reached by phone at 901-678-2995 during our regular business hours or after hours leave us a message on voice mail. You may also reach us through e-mail at jstout@memphis.edu.