Student Life Newsletter | December 2018 by Georgetown College

gc student life N E W S L E T T E R | DECEMBER 2018 | GEORGETOWNCOLLEGE.EDU

The Office of Student Life develops and supports a healthy vibrant community within which Georgetown Students live, learn, and prepare for their life’s pursuits. This newsletter highlights some of the ways that Student Life fosters this community. As you may have heard me say, it is important that each of us think and even dream about the type of community we want Georgetown to be and then challenge ourselves to help create that community. We all share the responsibility of creating our community. The staff of Student Life are excited to hear from you on how we might come together to realize our community of tomorrow. — Dr. Curtis Sandberg, Dean of Students

FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS: CURTIS SANDBERG

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION: TIERA MASON

The First-Year Student Spring Return Summit will take place

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion assists the campus in

on January 15 at 11 AM in the Chapel. All first-year students

realizing its goal that each student has a sense of belonging at

are expected to attend. The Spring Return Summit focuses on

Georgetown. This semester, we have offered events to foster

ensuring students are prepared for their second term and are

discussion about human rights in a work environment and

making the appropriate adjustments in order to make use of the

privilege education, and we hosted our first Town Hall meeting to

opportunities and resources available at Georgetown College. The

receive student feedback on a variety of issues. This semester, we

summit will conclude with students meeting with their advisors

rolled out a new bias and discrimination reporting system where

and developing intentional plans for the next steps in their

students can file reports online or in person at the Diversity

Georgetown College careers.

office. Next semester we are looking forward to our first Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, Black History Month, and Women’s History Month programming.

RECREATION: ERIC KARLS ROMWOD, an online yoga platform, is now available in the

power. The more work you do in less time, or the higher

Student Lounge of the Rec Center. ROMWOD is a restorative-

the power output, the more intense the effort. Employing

style yoga focusing on passively relaxing into positions.

a constantly varied approach to training, movements, and

Yoga mats, blankets, and boxes are available for use. Login

intensity, lead to dramatic gains in fitness.

instructions for ROMWOD are posted near the lounge’s TV. CrossFit uses constantly varied functional movements performed at high intensity. CrossFit movements reflect the best aspects of gymnastics, weightlifting, running, and rowing, and are the core movements of life. They move the largest loads for the longest distances, so they are ideal for maximizing the amount of work done in the shortest time. Intensity is essential for results and is measurable as work divided by time—or

CROSSFIT 12:05 PM Monday – Friday 5 PM Tuesday – Friday All classes meet in the Fitness Room of the Rec Center, are coach-led, and are open to all fitness and experience levels. Come in workout clothes with a water bottle and a positive attitude and we’ll take care of the rest.

CALLING & CAREER: HOLLY JAMES The Georgetown College COLLEGE-TO-CAREER COMMITMENT (CTC) encourages students to explore and gain experience to identify and be prepared for a career path. Students can earn a $500 career grant by fulfilling set requirements. Details are in the portal under Department > Center for Calling and Career > Career Planning

On Thursday, February 14, please feel free to stop by the Meetinghouse between 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM for a 15-minute review of your resume and for questions you may have about the Spotlight Career Fair. If you need more assistance, please call #8383 and make an appointment for an in-depth resume review. Students must register here. Those who register will receive an e-mail with details and more specific event information.

Resources. SOPHOMORE SUMMIT is a day event that includes focused career development sessions, tours, and a networking luncheon. The Summit will be held on the Friday before spring classes (January 11). We will leave campus at 8:00 AM and return by 5:00 PM, so students involved in Sorority Recruitment can and should attend. It is a requirement to receive the CTC career grant. All second-year students are welcome and encouraged to attend, but it is required for those wishing to fulfill CTC requirements. Students interested in attending must register here. SPOTLIGHT CAREER FAIR 2019 will take place

EMERGING LEADERS: EILEEN CODY The Emerging Leaders Program is gearing up to begin identifying student leaders for 2019-2020! The Emerging Leaders Program is a centralized process for students to apply for leadership positions across various departments and offices at Georgetown, including Orientation, Residence Hall staff (RAs and RDs), Accountability Board, Peer Educators, GAC, and others. The goal of the program is to increase the total number of students who are involved in leadership positions

on Thursday, February 28, from 1:30-5:30 PM at the

and to educate and guide them in their leadership

Lexington Center in! The Spotlight Career Fair is

development. Students apply and interview during

available exclusively to students from Kentuckyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

the spring semester for positions for the following

private and independent colleges. Students will

academic year.

have the opportunity to explore full-time positions, internships, and graduate school programs. Seniors seeking jobs and sophomores and juniors seeking internships or exploring graduate programs should attend. Dress for the fair is business-professional and you are expected to have a professional resume.

Applications will open on Wednesday, January 30. Information sessions will also be held throughout that week to help students be prepared for the application and interviewing process. All students with a GPA of 2.5 or higher are invited to apply for the Emerging Leaders Program.

RESIDENCE LIFE: ALEX COURTENAY About 93% of students live on campus, which provides a great venue to discuss

FALL 2018 RESLIFE/BESTLIFE EVENTS ResLife/BestLife The Magic of Microwaves

Featuring Dr. Todd Hamilton (Georgetown College Chemistry Department)

and apply what they are learning in the

of college students, the

the mechanics, the science

between Residence Life and Academic

skills to different areas of everyday life.

most used electronic devices

we learned about the history,

NEXUS events produced in partnership

programs apply classroom knowledge and

We delved into one of the

microwave. In this lecture,

classroom. ResLife/BestLife is a series of

Departments and Faculty. These

The Magic of Microwaves

behind it, and popcorn. Tuesday, September 18 Asher 112 NEXUS! 7:45 PM

See the back page for spring events.

Faculty: Dr. Todd Hamilton (Chemistry)

Nutrition & Exercise & Stress OH MY! A Jeopardy-style event that quizzed students on how to meditate, healthy eating, fitness, and everything else that influences health. Staff: Megan Redditt (Wellness) & Hannah Moody (Nutritionist)

ResLife/BestLife

NEXUS

College to Ca reer Leadership credit

IMPROV to

IMPROVE An improvisational workshop

Tuesday, October 2 7: 00 PM Cooke Ballroom *Limited spots available | First-come-first serve basis

Improv to Improve An improvisational workshop, that helped build confidence, leadership skills, and group dynamics. With this workshop there were a few exercises and games to promote leadership qualities. Faculty: Dr. Ed Smith (Theatre)

Featuring Dr. Ed Smith (Georgetown College Theatre & Film Department)

ResLife/BestLife

SOS

SOS | Save Our Scholarships A lecture on how to be the best student in and out of

Save Our Scholarships Featuring Alex Lopez (Georgetown College Academic Success)

Tuesday, October 16 7:45 pm | Asher 112 NEXU S

class. The lesson covered Grade Point Averages, studying, finding a tutor, and the benefits of attending class. Staff: Alex Lopez (Academic Success)

STUDENT ENGAGEMENT: ROSS BUSKEY

FRATERNITY & SORORITY LIFE

Homecoming was a major success this year with the climax

will begin Tuesday, January 21 and will end Friday, February

being the annual Songfest performance. Kappa Delta Sorority

1. Fraternity & Sorority Life is a great way to get involved on

took home top honors with the Best Overall award followed by

campus. Our members participate in a range of activities on

Sigma Kappa and Phi Mu. Watch the Video here.

campus from sports teams to band, from SGA to editors of

The annual Christmas tradition, Hanging of the Green was held on November 29th. This event helps kick off the Christmas season with a service filled with holiday songs, candle lighting, readings, and a biblical story. The event concluded with the singing of “Silent Night” and the lighting of Giddings Circle. See the back page for spring events.

Sorority Recruitment will begin on Wednesday, January 16 and conclude on Sunday the 20th during “Chapel Day.” Men’s Rush

the Georgetonian, and from the Activities Council to various Honor Societies. Chapters are very involved in the community while maintaining high GPAs. Each chapter also has its own nationally-designated philanthropy that they raise money to support throughout the year. Students are encouraged to sign up for Recruitment via the GC Home Portal. Just a reminder, going through Rush does not require you to join an organization, but it allows you the opportunity to join a lifelong Brother/Sisterhood.

FAITH & SERVICE: ROBBI BARBER & BRYAN LANGLANDS One of the ways that we chose to honor the life of the Rev.

through the Bible in a year. She shared how she has developed a

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on the 50th anniversary of his

practice of Bible reading and how it has influenced her life. We

assassination was to show the documentary, Citizen King, and

want to extend this challenge to the entire student body!

to host two nights of discussion. This film depicts the intense opposition that Dr. King faced during his final few years of ministry and social justice work.

plan is available via download or through Bible apps such as

SPRING BREAK 2019

tablet, or PC. The plan includes four passages per day, with two

YouVersion, which are easy to navigate with a smartphone,

We are also excited to announce that once again for Spring

from the Old Testament, one from the New Testament, and one

Break 2019 we will be coordinating a Spring Break Service Trip

from either the Psalms or Gospels. With this plan, in one year

to Orange Beach, AL. We will be staying with a host church/

we will read the Old Testament once and the New Testament

retreat center on the beach and serving with a local Baptist

and Psalms twice.

missionary. More details regarding costs and other trip specifics will be available in January. We hope you will consider

I hope you will join us in 2019 as we read the Bible together! Ms.

joining us for this trip.

Ladd has established a Facebook group, Tigers Read through

TIGERS READ THROUGH THE BIBLE IN 2019

discussion throughout the year!

At the October meeting of the Board of Trustees, Trustee Melanie Ladd encouraged fellow trustees to join her in reading

We will be using a reading plan called the Mâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Cheyne Plan. This

the Bible in 2019, that you can join for encouragement and

CAMPUS SAFETY: DONALD LUNSFORD & TODD STONE

INTRAMURALS: LERON COLLIER

Campus Safety Reminder: DO NOT PROP ANY

Our spring intramural season will begin with Men’s

EXTERIOR DOORS OPEN and close any that you

and Women’s Basketball. We will follow that up with

see propped! We have recently upgraded to the

Indoor Soccer, Co-ed Volleyball, Softball, Ultimate

exterior locksets in Hambrick, Rucker, and East

Frisbee, and Dodgeball. Be on the lookout for an

campus to storeroom type that must be unlocked

email with instructions on how to sign up!

with a key each time you enter the apartment. We have also installed self-closing hinges and features by propping doors open!

WELLNESS: MEGAN REDDITT & LAUREN PIERCE

In other Campus Safety news, we have added

This is a good time to reflect on your first term and

peepholes in the doors. Do not override these safety

an additional safety officer and filled the open positions! Please introduce yourself to our new officers as they work to support our safe campus. We also want to remind students of some of the services we provide. Campus Safety Officers are available at any time to provide a safety escort service around campus. Whether you are studying late, injured, or do not feel comfortable walking across campus, call Campus Safety at 502-863-8111 for a safety escort. Every week we also offer students a ride to Wal-Mart on Thursday at 4 PM. Please contact the Public Safety office in the Student Center with any questions or special needs. We can also help you get to the airport or bus station! Once you have your ticket and itinerary, you can email it to Todd Stone with the appropriate

to develop a plan for the spring. Think about what you learned and what you might do different in the future. Also, be sure to congratulate yourself for your hard work and for being one term closer to graduation! Below are some study strategies that may help you in the Spring Term. • Select a study space that is quiet and only used for studying • Plan for breaks often • Don’t put the studying off until the last minute • Use tutors • Rewrite your notes • Color code and highlight while you read • Use movement to stay attentive during studying (i.e. reading, reciting information out loud, highlighting, etc.) • Review notes before bed

information. We provide rides to the Lexington, Louisville, and Cincinnati airports. Please keep in mind that we may not be able to accommodate your request if it is made will less than a two week notice. All airport and bus runs are subject to availability of officers. COST • Lexington - with a two-week notice is FREE/ without a two-week notice is $25 • Louisville & Cincinnati – with a two-week notice is $50 / without a two-week notice is $75

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