The Connection Your Social Sciences Newsletter
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“Every successful individual travels a path with persons who seek to find the same destination”. A new school year has just began and for all those students who think that school is just a „drag‟, we welcome you to the most exciting school year you‟ll ever experience! You are officially a team member! As a part of “Team Soc-Sci”, be prepared get overwhelmed with the wide range of activities planned for the year and a rapidly growing level of unity and collaboration within the faculty. We extend a hearty welcome to the first year students and say welcome on board mates! Our ship is ready and waiting so off we go sailing together on the seas of excellence! We take this opportunity to also welcome each and every student of the Faculty of Social Sciences to a new year of vibrant and energetic experiences. Brace yourself and let “Team Soc-Sci” provide you with all you need this year. Welcome one and All!
Team SocSci, United we stand.... divided we fall. Join the movement!!!
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Are you a freshie, second or third year student? Well by now you should know that the Faculty of Social Sciences (F.S.S.) is by far the best faculty at the University or the West Indies, Mona campus. Let’s test how knowledgeable you are about the most AMAZING faculty.
Who is the Dean for the Faculty of Social Sciences?
Meet the Executive! Roshane Anderson is the newly elected Guild Faculty of Social Sciences Representative for the school year 2011-2012. He is a final year student of Management Studies and holds a passion for service and giving back to society. His passion can be seen in his involvement in a number of extracurricula activities geared towards community development and social life. Andy Heaven also known as the “Smirnoff Boss” is a down to earth person and a lover of music. Andy strives for success and is the Deputy FSS Representative and looks to the philosophy “The End crowns the work.” He is a Smirnoff student ambassador for UWI, Mona and is a 21 year old 3rd year Management Studies student.
From left: M. Satchell, A. Heaven, S. Stewart, R. Anderson, K. Hewitt, V. Gardner. Missing: V. Johnson (Secretary) and R. Panton (External Affairs Chair).
Krystol Hewitt is a 22 year old final year psychology student and is one of the Public Relations Officers (P.R.O) for the FSS. She is a well organized and productive young woman that strives for nothing less than the best. She is also a fun and sociable individual who is always smiling and extremely friendly. Vincent Gardner is a 21 year old final year Psychology student and is the current treasurer for FSS Committee. He is well-rounded, hardworking, driven and humble individual who knows what he wants and goes for it. He believes everything in life happens for a reason. He aims for higher heights and looks for a silver lining in every cloud.
If you said Mark Figueroa, you are indeed correct.
From left: S. Stewart, K. Hewitt, M. Satchell
Marissa Satchell is also a PRO for the FSS Committee. She was born in Canada and moved to Jamaica in 2004. She is a 21 year old ambitious, personable and forward thinking second year Economics student. She intends to make your college experience as fun and involved as possible.
Shaneil Stewart is a 21 year old final year Social Work student and is the current Publications Committee Chairperson. She is a fun loving, people-person who believes life is short. She follows the phrase Carpe Diem– Seize the day! Ricardo Panton is the External Affairs Chairperson and is a 3rd year Management Studies student majoring in Marketing. He currently resides on Chancellor Hall and is actively involved in hall and university life. He plays Hockey and volleyball for his hall as well as Hockey for UWI.
Stand Tall, Stand FIRM, Stand OUT.... TEAM SCO- SCI!!!
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Venisha Johnson is a loving God fearing young lady who serves as the Secretary of the FSS committee. She loves people and gives a 100% in everything she does. Venisha is a 21 year old Management Studies student and has a passion for From left: A. Heaven, R. Anderson, V. Gardner community service especially when it involves children. Look out for the next issue of The Connection where we will introduce you to your department reps.
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SocSci week SAY WHAT? THE FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES IS HOSTING SOCIAL SCIENCES WEEK? YES! "BUILDING TEAM SOC-SCI" The planned week of activities for October 24th goes a little something like this: ON MONDAY OCTOBER 24– The Faculty of Social Sciences is kicking off The Spectacular never to be forgotten Soc-Sci Week with a career expo! TUESDAY OCTOBER 25– ALL Soc-Sci students come out in your bright orange and represent your faculty on ORANGE DAY! Come support Team SOC-SCI. “Togetha ness we seh!!!!!!!” THURSDAY OCTOBER 27- Come to the undercroft and get your views aired at the SOC-SCI version of “YOUR ISSUES LIVE.” Get your issues heard and responded to by the dean and administration of the faculty. Wait! And did we mention integration will be Soc-Sci themed? So come out to Integration Thursdays on October 27th. FRIDAY OCTOBER 28– Come on out for the SOC-SCI Auction. LADIES and Gents come win yourself a date with some of the most attractive and intelligent persons in the faculty. (“Jus remember seh if you nuh bring yuh money come yuh nah get this opportunity.)
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Get your Memorabilia!
You can also get your SOC-SCI memorabilia TShirts, Jackets, Tags and the works!!!- check our fb page for details.
TEAM SCO-SCI!
Building unity, strength and pride.
NOW DONT FORGET INUH!!!!!!! SOC-SCI WEEK OCTOBER 24- 28. COME MEK EVERY OTHA FACULTY KNO SEH
" A SOC-SCI TO YUH TING!!!!!"
The Year Ahead With the beginning of a new school year the FSS Committee saw it best to start and finish the year with a bang! Throughout the year keep an eye out for: - the first ever Social Sciences Week - our one of a kind FSS Memorabilia - renovations of our well appreciated benches (see page 4 for details) - the highly anticipated Social Science Party And much more!!! Remember to come out to the various events and show your faculty pride.
This road represents the path we will take this upcoming year.
Facebook and Twitter #TeamSoc-Sci is the new and exciting trend that you need to be a
part of! Do not be left behind; become a part of the team by liking the Social Sciences page (Social Sciences Connection) on facebook and following us on Twitter @SocSciConnection. Stay connected to what’s happening in the Social Sciences faculty while browsing your favourite social networks Twitter and Facebook and win crazy prizes and surprises such as free credit and more. The #TeamSocSci movement is an informative yet exciting and entertaining initiative offering loads of informative facts such as did you know segments and what’s new in the faculty, Job vacancies, scholarship opportunities and more. All these and activities are available on the Social Sciences FB page and here in The Connection. The page was also created so that all of the Social Sciences Faculty students could come together in one place as together we can work towards any goal we may have. We are the largest faculty on campus and united we stand but divided we fall so let our voices unite and be heard across the campus. Share your views, problems, suggestions and recommendation with us and as a team we will work towards making Social Sciences a better place. #TeamSoc-Sci activated- “Is only who like the fb page and follow us on twitter can cross it!” Facebook [Search] – Social Sciences Connection, Twitter - @SocSciConnection
The Connection is the Faculty of Social Sciences Committee’s newsletter for the school year 2011-2012. It serves as a means of keeping you up-to-speed with the happenings within the faculty.
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Unified Force! Unified Goals! Unified Faculty!
Outreach and growth Hey guys!!! The Social Sciences Faculty committee has been assiduous with their task. By looking at the notice boards you may see various scholarships being offered, as well as job and internship opportunities. We encourage you, take advantage of such opportunities. If we do not try we will not fail but we will not succeed either. In addition, Team Soc-Sci has initiated a tag drive to raise funds for upcoming outreach projects and also to facilitate growth and development in the faculty through stimulating faculty pride. All those interested in giving back to their community; you are most welcome to volunteer so please stay tuned to the Outreach and Growth section of The Connection for updates on available opportunities.
What’s new in SocSci? At the beginning of the school year we would have noticed the condition of the benches in the faculty, There was definitely work that needed to be done! Throughout the week of October 3rd we would have observed some workmen remolding our structures and renovating the seating areas in the faculty. As a part of team Soc-Sci we will definitely be caring for our much appreciated newly renovated and upgraded seating and study areas! Team Soc-Sci a force felt on campus!
Teamsoci representing the faculty!!! DISCLAIMER: The views expressed in this publication do not necessarily reflect the views of the Faculty of Social Sciences nor the views of the FSS Committee.