AS Review - February 07, 2011

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Western student may head to Egypt to report for international press, p. 4

HOW SHOULD WE SPEND THE STUDENT TECH FEE?, P. 8 AS elections coordinator seeks approval from board for public financing during spring election, p. 9

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EVENTS MONDAY Feb. 7

“Picture My Commute” Contest Students, faculty and staff can submit photos of their most creative commute to campus in any way other than by car. To apply, fill out the online form at http://www.wwu.edu/ transportation/picture/ and submit your photo via e-mail. Submissions accepted through March 18. Winners will be announced the week of March 21.

“Whirling Waves and Wolfbats,” an exhibit

by Dennis McNett.

VU Gallery; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday.

An exhibition of printmaker & installation artist Dennis McNett’s illustrative prints, tapestries and a large Viking ship in the gallery!

Exhibit is open now until Feb. 18.

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February 7-13, 2010

WEDNESDAY Feb. 9

Let’s Talk About It: Christians are too focused on salvation 4-5:30 p.m., VU 460 Free This discussion will allow students to express their opinions about one of the main perceptions about Christians. Together we will probe: where do these perceptions come from? Do they reflect reality? Are they true to the heart of Christianity? In particular, these discussions are geared towards giving those who do not consider themselves Christians an opportunity to share and explore their thoughts and frustrations, but the discussions are open to those of any faith background.

THURSDAY Feb. 10 When Tragedy Strikes: How campuses reacts to tragic events 4-6 p.m., VU 567 Free Come speak with fellow students about personal and community strategies for dealing with the tragic events that have occurred involving Western community members. What do you think of the response of general student population?

The student government? The administration?

How would you take care of yourself?

Debriefing Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell 7 p.m., VU 565 Free Design By Kyle Marmesh/ Publicity Center

TUESDAY Feb. 8 Born this Way? LGBTA Weekly Night Series 7-9 p.m., VU 462B Free Nature vs. Nurture: even today the debate affects politics, religion and ethics. Come get some answers about what it means to be gay and explore just how much of a choice it is.

Presented by the Veterans’ Outreach Center, this will be an open forum/discussion panel on the repealing of DADT. Primitive Fire Clinic 5 p.m., meet at the Outdoor Center $10 Students, faculty and staff; $15 Guests The clinic will teach skills such as how to start a fire with a bowdrill. All materials will be provided. http://outdoor.as.wwu.edu/excursions.php.

FRIDAY Feb. 11

Single & Mingle in the Underground Coffeehouse and Stoplight Dance 8-9 p.m., Underground Coffeehouse Stoplight dance: 9-11:30 p.m., VU MPR Single & Mingle: Free Dance: $2 with Western ID; $3 Guests The Underground Coffeehouse will be hosting a free “Single and Mingle in the Underground” featuring Western comedians. Afterward, there will be stoplight dance, where wearing green clothing means you’re single, yellow means it’s complicated, and red means you’re taken. Tickets are available at the door.

SATURDAY Feb. 12 Introduction to Snow Caving 8 a.m. , Meet at AS Outdoor Center $40 Students, faculty and staff; $55 Guests Join our backcountry experts as we trek into the snowy Mount Baker backcountry. We’ll learn to build snow caves and spend a night inside! Bring waterproof clothes for the digging process.

SUNDAY Feb. 13 Backcountry Ski Day 7 a.m., meet at Outdoor Center $22 Students, faculty and staff; $40 Guests Come learn how to ski on the slopes of our local Mt. Baker Ski Area! Our expert leaders will teach you the basics in this day of snow-filled fun.

“How to train your dragon”

Feb. 10 &11 at 7 & 9 p.m.

Feb. 12 at 1 & 3 p.m.

VU 552 $3 Dreamworks’ animated film about Hiccup (voiced by Jay Baruchel), a young Viking who aspires to hunt dragons. But when he befriends one of the scaly beasts, everything changes for him and his village.

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