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Job hunt, from Page 1 for students as they prepare résumés and seek employment. Most offer practical assistance like writing references for students and helping them make connections with potential employers. A few departments, like media communication, education and visual arts, require students to compile a portfolio of their work. Professor Al Harrison, chair of the music department, said students should be open to accepting entrylevel positions initially to gain training and experience. “There will still be lots of opportunities for young adults who are hard working, well-mannered and supportive of others in the work place,” Harrison said. “Servant leadership will pay great dividends for the future for our
Taylor graduates.” Tamara Shaya, an ’08 Taylor graduate, expressed her confidence in Taylor’s ability to equip students for life after graduation. From her experience, she encourages students to get more involved in extracurricular activities, ask professors for advice and make an effort to network with Taylor alumni, who are more than willing to help. “I would encourage people to be open. You never know what jobs God will have in store,” Shaya said. “Obviously God’s going to provide for (your) needs, but I believe that the quality of education will really equip students no matter what the market looks like.” According to the Career Development Office, 67 percent of Taylor 2007 graduates are employed full-time, 7 percent part-time, 18 percent are in graduate school and 4 percent are un-
employed. The Career Development Office offers students a four-year plan to help them prepare for graduation. They also organize events like Career Week, recruitment days and sessions on refining résumés in the spring. Director of Career Development Jill Godorhazy-Smith said 85 percent of jobs come from networking and making connections, often with Taylor alumni, who are located all over the country. “The key is in being proactive, knowing what the realities are,” GodorhazySmith said. “(You) need to do what you can to stand out, and really pursue something you’re interested in.” The bottom line is, you don’t have to do this alone. The hardest part is getting started; once you get over the inertia, things will start falling into place.
Tackling the Job Market Tips from Christine Lambden and Casey Connor, authors of ‘Everyday Practices of Extraordinary Consultants’: -Get started right away. Don’t drag out the process. -Keep a positive attitude. Understand that the job hunting process is a learning experience. -Preparation, perseverance and hard work are important to succeed. -Internships are essential. Employers look for potential employees who have relevant work experience.
Schedule of events from the Career Development Office:
-Think of job interviews as a chance to talk about
April 2 - The Non-Profit Job Search. Ayres 215, 7pm
yourself. Enjoy being the center of attention.
April 14 - Teacher Recruitment Day: An opportunity for education majors to
-Be persistent and open-minded about what kind of
interview for professional positions. IWU Education Center
job you’re looking for.
April 15 - Teacher Candidate Interview Day. Danville, IN
-Don’t be discouraged. The job you take right out of
April 20 - Gap Year Experience. MMVA 002, 4pm
college and the job you have five years later will be
May 4 - First 90 Days on the Job. Rupp 205, 7pm
different.
Coffee and conversation
“Sex and the Cornfields” By Mandolyn Hecox Contributor
Baristas Laura Milbourne and Emily Chaplin serve the students of Ball State coffee on February 25.
By Sam Stevens Contributor Every Wednesday, a group of Taylor students minister to Ball State students with free coffee and conversation. The ministry, officially called the Freecoffeehouse@Ball State, was started by juniors Laura Milbourne and Carley Lee. Both were inspired by their Daytona spring break mission trip last year, where they had a chance to make personal connections with people on a consistent basis. This is the model they use on their weekly visitations to Ball State. “Whether we win or we lose, we’re still planting seeds,” Lee said. “It’s about providing for their needs first.” Milbourne and Lee stay rooted in prayer as much as possible. A few
group members begin each week by going on a prayer walk, praying over different parts of the Ball State campus. They then set up a table in the lounge of the communications building, where they serve coffee and build relationships with students. The group concentrates on starting conversations about faith and spirituality. “By actively sharing the gospel, we are filling a void that isn’t necessarily being met in our community by means of active evangelism,” Lee said. “We wish to build bridges through both service and evangelism.” Freshman Gabbi Gehringer explained that Freecoffeehouse will be a good preparation for her spring break Daytona trip this year. “I didn’t realize how many people simply need in-
Carley Lee
dividuals who are willing to hear their passions and dreams. I will definitely be going again.” Milbourne and Lee officially started the ministry this fall, after constant prayers and preparations last spring. They also plan to make this an official ministry on campus. “We are currently working with the co-directors of Community Outreach to make this official,” Milbourne said. Entering the umbrella of Taylor World Outreach will be a beneficial next step for the Freecoffeehouse, bringing in additional funding and publicity. For more information, contact either Milbourne or Lee, or join the Facebook group, the Freecoffeehouse@Ball State.
Posters with sparkling pink words advertising a special Residence Life series caught the campus’ attention this week. The title? “Sex and the Cornfields.” The purpose? To increase awareness in the Taylor community about the important topic of sexuality. This series was put together by the Residence Life panel, which has held a similarly themed week in past years. The event was previously known as “Sex and the Village,” but the panel wanted to update and redesign the annual series, so “Sex and the Cornfields” was created. Sessions were held Monday through Thursday evenings at several locations. While the topics at the events varied, all were held for a common goal. “Oftentimes we are bombarded ... from the media, and from the world, and sometimes the only thing that is being said from a Christian subculture is ‘don’t,’ or ‘wait till marriage,’ or things like that,” said Steve Morley, Assistant Dean of Students and Director of Residence Life. “That leaves a lot of questions unanswered, and so we hope to address it ... in a very safe and appropriate way.” The series kicked off Monday night with Justin Heth, Samuel Morris hall director, speaking in Rediger Chapel. Heth addressed both what he believes to be lies the media perpetuates on society and lies that Christians buy into. He drove home his point on society’s demand for self-gratification by showing a clip from the recent reality TV show “The Bachelor,” which was wellreceived by the audience.
Men and women split up on Tuesday night to ask questions and hear advice from a gender-specific panel. The panels were diverse, made up of both married and single individuals from various walks of life. Questions were taken from the audiences and the panels branched off and expounded on some topics. “I appreciated the panel and their willingness to share,” said Sarah Bowers, a sophomore art education major who attended the women’s panel, “but I feel like it could have been taken a step further.” The women’s panel acknowledged they were dealing with a broad topic in a short amount of time, which is why they attempted to cover subject matters that would possibly prompt further dialogue after the session. On Wednesday night, the topic turned to accountability. Jim Spiegel, professor of philosophy and religion, voiced his thoughts on the moral impact of decision making and how sexuality influences that. He also spoke about the relationship between the spiritual and the physical, and also held a Q&A session, allowing students to speak their mind. The series closed Thursday night on a note of reconciliation and renewal, presented by Steve DeNeff, senior pastor of College Wesleyan Church. DeNeff has done a good amount of work on forgiveness and restoration, something the Residence Life panel thought would be a good way to wrap up the series. “It’s like, so ‘now what?’” said Morley, “and that ‘now what?’ is talking about us as a community. We weren’t made to do this alone.”
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friday
saturday/ sunday
Chapel 10 a.m.
Saturday
Pastor Gruendyke
Cross Cultural Relationships:
Urban Exposure: TBA
C.S. Lewis and friends society: Whitaker Auditorium 7 p.m.
w/ Josh Sandoz Mitchell Theatre 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday
Vespers Jay Kesler 8 p.m.
STAFF
wednesday
monday
tuesday
Chapel 10 a.m.
Euclid Quartet:
Community Outreach
Recital Hall Tickets available 7:30 p.m.
Lighthouse Missions
Voice recital:
TSO conference room 5:30 p.m.
KSAC Intranural tennis and softball forms/fees due at KSAC by 8 a.m.
Auditions For Reject show TBA Rediger Auditorium
“Die schone Mullerin” Recital Hall Dr Fritz Robertson, tenor 7:30 p.m.
Lit @ Nit
Chapel 10 a.m.
thursday
3rd Annual ATAIN/IIN BREAK BEGINS: AFTER LAST CLASS Conference Aerospace & Space
Mandatory Taylathon Science 8 a.m. Riders’ Meeting:
Steve Etheridge Opinions Editor Josh Kennedy A&E Editor Carrie Bragg Sports Editor David Yurkanin Art Director Timmy Huynh Photo Editor Sarah Neel Photographer Katy Andres Photographer
Carissa Chang Copy Editor Jessica Ford Advertising Manager Jonathan Schelander Distribution Manager Chelsea Mecaskey Content Manager Carley Lee Graphic Designer Bethany DuVal Associate Editor Donna Downs Faculty Adviser
HALLS CLOSE
Ayres 215 Free discussion to follow 8:15 p.m.
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OneVerse Chapel Friday, 10 a.m.
IFC film: “The Visitor”
Rediger Auditorium 8:15 p.m.
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