Dragon Droppings Newsletter (Feb 24, 2009)

Dragon Droppings TU’s Weekly Electronic Newsletter THIS ISSUE Free Concert This Friday 4 Career Fair 2009

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Gallery Open March 1

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Blood Drive

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SportScene

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February 24, 2009

TU APARTMENTS AVAILABLE FALL SEMESTER ‘09

Academic Honors 11

FBI Visti

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Ping Pong

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SPACE IS LIMITED!

INQUIRE TODAY!

Contact: Jennifer Combs, Director of Residence Life: 419.448.3422

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Frequently Asked Questions about New Apartments What are the dimensions of the rooms? Bedrooms 1 and 3: 108 Sq. ft., Bedroom 2: 91 Sq. ft., Bedrooms 4 and 5: 89 Sq. ft., Bathrooms: 70 Sq. ft., Living Room Area: approx. 588 Sq. ft.

Who can live in the apartments? The apartments are designed for our juniors, seniors and grad students. Rising juniors, seniors and grad students who currently live on campus will have preference over those who currently live off campus, although we will welcome those currently living off campus to return to campus housing!

Will there be storage in the new apartment buildings? There will be a storage room in a common area of the building so that residents may store luggage or other items that are not needed on a daily basis. The storage room will be located on the landings of each floor.

Will the school still provide washers and dryers? There will be laundry machines on each landing of the building.

Do we have to have a meal plan? Although we do recommend students living in these apartments to have at least a commuter meal plan, it is not required.

Are sophomores allowed to live there? As the apartments are designed as junior/senior/grad housing, we are not allowing sophomores to sign up for them. We will have a waiting list for sophomores who want to live with a group of juniors/seniors, but do not by any means guarantee that they will be placed there.

Are the new apartments going to be co-ed? Since the apartments all have 5 single bedrooms and two bathrooms, they can be co-ed if the residents want or single gender.

What is included in the apartments? The apartments will be furnished like our other residential housing. There is also a full kitchen and two bathrooms in each apartment. We will not provide TVs for the apartments except in the Community Room on the ground floor.

Will there be Residence Life staff in the apartments? There will be one staff member (RA or HR) in each building who will provide activities and assistance as well as support for the students living there.

What is the price of living in one of the apartments? Your room will cost $5,300 for the 2009-2010 school year.

Are the apartments air conditioned? Yes, the apartments have central air and heat.

Are there any lounges in the apartments? There is a living room in each apartment as well as a community room on the ground floor in each building.

Students who sign a housing contract and reserve a room for the next academic year have ONLY until June 1st to rescind that contract in the event that you decide not to return to Tiffin University.

THIS MUST BE SENT IN WRITING TO: Jennifer Combs, Director of Residence Life.

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H2O...Thursdays at 7p.m. or Sunday's at 6 p.m. in Chisholm Auditorium.

Check us out at www.LifeAtH2o.org or email us at H2O@tiffin.edu H2O Meeting Times Thursday nights @ 7:00 p.m. in Chisholm Auditorium.

Sunday mornings @10:00 a.m. Co-Ed Bible Study in the Wetzel Room in the dining hall.

Sunday nights @ 6:00 p.m. in Chisholm Auditorium.

Tuesday evenings @ 9:30 p.m. Guys Only Bible Study in Franks Hall.

Thursday evenings @ 9:30 p.m. Girls Only Bible Study 21 S. Sandusky.

Black United Students Join Black United Students on Thursday, February 24, as we close our Black History Month extravaganza with a Celebration of Freedom Movie Marathon, honoring some of the best in African American cinema. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. in Chisholm Auditorium and the celebration will last until 12:00 a.m.

It's a free event open to the entire campus and a great break away from midterms. We hope to see you there!

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Red Sun Rising Band Performs Free Concert at TU this Friday, February 27

Tiffin University welcomes rock band, Red Sun Rising, for a performance on Friday, February 27 at 8 p.m., in Osceola Theatre at the Gillmor Student Center on the Tiffin University campus. The concert is free and open to the public. The aggressive straight-forward rock band is based out of Akron, Ohio. The group has been well-received by its local media, especially in the Cleveland area, making appearances on the NBC Channel 5 Morning News, “Live On Lakeside,” and cable access show, “Random Acts of Music.”

The group has captivated audiences with its high energy, charismatic stage presence, and thoughtful melodic harmony. In 2008, Red Sun Rising was awarded Hard Rock Band of the Year by the Cleveland Free Times.

Red Sun Rising has shared the stage with National and Regional acts, including: Seven Mary Three, Sponge, Days of the New, Marty Casey (from the Lovehammers), Red Wanting Blue, View from Everest, The Billy Morris Band, and Resonant Soul. Currently, the band is unsigned and has a four-song EP available. They are recording the rest of their full-length album and exploring touring options. For further information regarding Red Sun Rising, visit www.myspace.com/RedSunRisingRocks.com The concert is free and open to the public, however seating is limited. For more information, call the Tiffin University Music Department at 419.448.3583 or email Greg D. Wilson at wilsongd@tiffin.edu.

The Learning Center Hours Expanded Hours Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

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Graduate Programs Offered Tiffin University is proud to offer a growing number of graduate programs. We have created graduate degree programs that are flexible, affordable, and above all, practical. You will learn the information you need to succeed in today's competitive workplace.

We offer the following graduate degrees: Master of Business Administration (MBA) with concentrations in General Management, Leadership, and Sports Management Master of Education (MEd) Master of Humanities (MH) Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ) with concentrations in Crime Analysis, Criminal Behavior, Forensic Psychology, Homeland Security Administration, and Justice Administration.

The online graduate programs provide convenience and quality for our students.

The online program does not have a residency requirement or specific time to be online. Work around your own schedule - work late at night or on weekends. All

graduate programs are available online with starts in September, January and May. Forensic Psychology is a seated program and not available online.

So, what are you doing after you graduate with your bachelor's degree?

Call the Office of Graduate Admissions and Student Services at 419-448-3401 to learn more about our graduate programs. You may email grad@tiffin.edu to request more information.

TU/BERG Career Fair 2009—April 17 The TU/BERG Career Fair (a co-sponsored career fair with Heidelberg University) will be offered for students and alumni to learn about full-time, parttime, summer, and internship employment opportunities available and network with recruiting professionals. This year, the career fair will be held on Friday, April 17th from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the Gillmor Student Center Gymnasium located at the Tiffin Campus. Co-curricular credit of two hours will be offered. Watch for additional details regarding this fabulous career fair event.

So, what are you doing after you graduate with your bachelor's degree?

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SPEND A SEMESTER IN WASHINGTON D.C. The Washington Center provides internship opportunities for students of ALL MAJORS, even if you do not have a required internship, to gain valuable professional experience. Internships are available during Fall, Spring and Summer semesters. You receive 15 credits towards your degree if you go in the Fall or Spring and 12 credits towards graduation if you go during the summer. If you would like to learn more about the Washington Center Internship Program, check out their website at www.twc.edu or contact Dr. Steven Hurwitz at x3284 or shurwitz@tiffin.edu.

It is never too early to begin planning.

Be aware that this is a competitive process. The Washington Center guarantees you a placement related to your interests. But you are competing with other students for placements in specific agencies. So please pay attention to the following deadlines: Semester Fall ‘09 Spring 2010 Summer 2010 Fall 2010

Early Deadline Security Clearance 1-23-09 5-26-09 9-28-09 1-22-10

Competitive Deadline 5-01-09 9-28-09 2-01-10 5-03-10

Regular Deadline 6-12-09 11-13-09 3-12-10 6-18-10

It is never too early to begin planning. If you have an interest in spending a semester in Washington D. C., make an appointment with Dr. Hurwitz to plan your schedule so that you do not miss out on graduation requirements.

Check out The Washington Center’s Student Bloggers at http://www.twc.edu/students/default.shtml

VOLUNTEER EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS NEEDED Seneca County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is looking for volunteer Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT's)... and those wishing to become EMT's... to help support the seven volunteer rescue squads in the county.

Seneca County EMS provides basic and advanced life support to citizens of its 545 square mile coverage area. The county has a program that includes initial training, continuing education, and the latest advanced life support (ALS) equipment and medical protocols. For further information contact Professor Jan Samoriski, Ph.D., NREMT-P at samoriskijh@tiffin.edu or call 419.448.3291.

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Diane Kidd Gallery To Feature Works By Patrick Mauk In New Exhibition Entitled “Apples and Oranges”

“Boating Party” by Patrick Mauk

OPENING RECEPTION SUNDAY MARCH 1 2-4 P.M.

Opening Reception Is March 1 – Free & Open To The Public

Group tours of the gallery’s shows are also available.

Tiffin University’s Diane Kidd Gallery will feature “Apples and Oranges,” an exhibition of drawings, paintings and prints by artist Patrick Mauk, with a special opening reception on Sunday, March 1.

“Patrick Mauk is an artist of unique and versatile skills,” remarks Marsha Pippenger, Gallery Director. “Currently living and working in Dayton, Ohio, Mauk balances his time between the studio and his position as Gallery Manager for the Dayton Visual Arts Center – a non-profit support group for artists and arts lovers in the Dayton area. He is sought after as an instructor in painting, printmaking, drawing, and other media.”

“Apples and Oranges” will feature recent mixed media still lifes, a selection of selfportraits in various media including intaglio, charcoal and graphite, and model studies done in the printmaking mode of monotype, according to Pippenger.

The reception, scheduled from 2 to 4 p.m., is free and open to the public. The Diane Kidd Gallery is located inside the Hayes Center for the Arts on the TU campus. Those in attendance will have the opportunity to meet the artist and learn more about his work.

“Apples and Oranges” will run until Sunday, March 29, 2009.

Diane Kidd Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday, or by appointment by contacting Celinda Scherger at Tiffin University at 419/ 448-3313.

Mauk earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Wright State University, and a Master’s degree from

the University of Cincinnati. He has taught at Wright State, the University of Dayton, the University of Cincinnati, and Northern Kentucky University, among others. His prints, paintings, drawings and mixed media works have been exhibited in numerous venues. In addition, he has been curator for a number of artists’ exhibitions both in the Dayton area and beyond.

More information about The Diane Kidd Gallery’s 2008-2009 Exhibition Series can be obtained by contacting Marsha Pippenger at marsha.pippenger@gmail.c om.

Tiffin University—Real Connections...Real Results

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IRON CHEF CHALLENGE Do you like cooking? Do you like competing?

Participate in the Iron Chef Challenge!

We are looking for 2-3 teams to compete in a friendly cooking battle.

February 26 6:00 p.m.

Cole Dining Hall If interested, contact Laura Green 419.448.3424

TIFFIN UNIVERSITY Blood Drive Join us in celebrating the nearly 1 million Red Cross volunteers who help our nation prepare, prevent and respond to emergencies . . .

Gillmor Student Center Gym March 3 – 10 a.m.—4 p.m.

Sponsored by Alpha Iota Sorority!

Appointments preferred. Visit www.givelife.org and enter Sponsor code:TIFFINU Please use the address www.givelife.org to register for an appointment to donate blood.

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February 24, 2009

Poor shooting costs Lady Dragons in Senior Day loss 76-58 Tiffin University (7-18, 6-14 GLIAC) shot just 10 percent from three point and 40 percent overall while Wayne State hit at a 49 percent clip and hit 5 more threes as they avenged a loss earlier this season and beat TU on Senior Day 76-58. Leanne Lucius led TU with 17 points and 6 rebounds while Megan Fletcher had 15 points and Holly Focke had 10 points and 7 rebounds.

Dragons basketball falls after disappointing second half 57-43 to Warriors Tiffin University (2-23, 1-19 GLIAC) trailed just 25-24 at the half but never found a way to control the rebounding advantage by Wayne State, as the Warriors controlled the boards 41-23 en route to a 57-43 win. The Warriors outscored TU 32-19 in the second half, shooting 45 percent while TU fired just 26 percent after the break. Brian Scott and Darryle Miller were the top scorers for TU with 9 points each.

Lee, Buxton shine at Kent State Track Open On Saturday, the Tiffin track and field teams traveled to Kent State University to participate in the Flash Gala. The meet is the Dragons’ last opportunity to tune up before competing in the GLIAC Championships next weekend at Saginaw Valley State University.

The men’s team was led by two national qualifying performances from the mid-distance runners. Tiffin’s only event champion, Jeremy Lee, won the mile with a time of 4:12.75 and hit the provisional standard for the Division II National Meet. Thomas Buxton also hit a provisional mark in the 800, crossing the line in 1:53.59 to take seventh place. In addition, Marcus Johnson and Alex Frey had top ten performances, placing second in the 600 (1:23.98) and tenth in the 1000 (2:40.16), respectively.

Sprinter Deven Keene also had a big day for TUTF. In the 60m, Keene placed second with a personal best time of 6.95, and in the 200 he finished in 22.33 to place fifth. Also in the sprints, Michael Ballistrea crossed the line in tenth in the 300 with a time of 36.57.

Pole-vaulters Keith Reiter and Lee Miller tied for second place with jumps of 4.90m (16’ 0.75”), and Travis LeFlore leapt 2.03m (6’ 8”) to land a fourth place finish in the high jump.

For the ladies, Andrea Bader qualified for finals in two events, running 7.83 in the 60 and 9.22 in the 60 hurdles. In the 300 hurdles, two Tiffin athletes made top ten finishes with Angela Betterley finishing in the race in 49.26 to take seventh and Porshia Hutcherson crossing the line in 50.28 for tenth. In the open 300, Brittaney Rupert took eighth with a time of 44.35.

In the field events, Megan Gill led the way with a fifth place finish in the high jump with a hop of 1.55m (5’ 1”). For the throwers, Kristen Ameling tossed the shot put 13.63m (44’ 8.75”) to place sixth and Danielle Peterson threw the shot 12.70m (41’ 8”) for eighth.

Next week, the Dragons will make their debut at the GLIAC Championships, and both teams look to perform well in the meet before turning their attention to the NCAA National meet in March.

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SportScene (continued) TU drops spring tennis opener 8-1 at Baldwin Wallace The Dragons (0-3) dropped their spring opener 8-1 at Baldwin Wallace, with Harry Smith the lone winner for TU at first singles. Smith won 6-1, 6-3 while the other Dragons losses came in straight sets. Andres Torres had the closest match, falling at second singles 1-6, 4-6.

Dragons fall in rubber game 16-3 to Slippery Rock Tiffin University (1-2) couldn't take the deciding game of the three-game opening season set with Slippery Rock, falling 16-3. Tiffin opened with 2 runs in the first inning but then the offense went dry, not managing another run until the 8th inning. The Rock, however, was shut down for the first three innings by starting pitcher Kyle Klinker.

Klinker fell apart in the fourth inning, however, not making it out of the inning before allowing 7 earned runs in taking the loss. TU managed just 8 hits on the day, with Jason Bailey and Val Helldobler getting the only extra base hits with doubles. Helldobler had 3 hits in the game.

Dragons blast the Rock 26-9 for first win Tiffin University (1-1) opened up the offensive floodgates, deluging Slippery Rock in runs for their first win of 2009 26-9. Tom Podulka got the win, pitching 4.1 innings, but it was the Dragons bats that exploded for 26 hits in the 9 inning contest. Bobby Mullin and Ty Blake had 4 hits, Tom Touris, Jason Bailey, Val Helldobler, and Colin Lowe had 3 hits each, and Adam Greening and Pat Curtin had 2 hits apiece. Helldobler and Lowe had 5 RBIs to lead TU, with Lowe drilling 2 home runs and Helldobler adding a solo shot. TU also had 6 doubles and 9 walks in the game.

Dragons drop opener against Slippery Rock Tiffin University (0-1) fell in its opener against Slippery Rock at Chillicothe 11-6. Eric Ludrowsky took the loss, tossing 5 innings and allowing 6 earned runs with 8 hits. Jason Bailey had 5 hits to lead a 14-hit attack by the Dragons offense, while Devin Rudolph also had 2 doubles. Bailey and Kulp also had doubles. TU led 5-3 after three innings but were outscored 8-1 over the remainder of the 9-inning game.

FREE FITNESS CLASSES for TU students and staff!

February 24th – April 28th:

KICKBOXING AEROBICS Tuesdays at 4:30pm in Osceola Theater (The upbeat music enhances this cardiovascular workout; strengthen arms, legs and core muscles; it includes matwork)

PILATES Thursdays at 5:15pm in Osceola Theater (Improve coordination, posture, balance, & flexibility, while strengthening the core and glutes; remove shoes for class) Bring a mat and water!

Instructor: Heather Fisher, CPT, CSCS, LMT

February 24, 2009

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TvtwxÅ|v [ÉÇÉÜá VxÜxÅÉÇç It is the custom and tradition of Tiffin University to honor the academic achievements of our juniors and seniors at the annual Academic Honors Ceremony hosted by the Vice President for Academic Affairs. The 2009 ceremony will be held on Sunday, April 5, 2009 at 2:30 P.M. in the Gillmor Student Center.

A formal invitation with particulars will be sent to the home address to all 2009 invitees. Dress is business casual (nice shirt and slacks or blouse and skirt). Students may invite family members or guests.

Criteria for Academic Honor Awards Academic Achievement This certificate is given to juniors and seniors who have completed at least 54 credit hours and have a cumulative grade point average of 3.50 or more.

Academic Distinction This medal is given to baccalaureate degree students graduating with a cumulative grade point average of 3.50 or above.

Excellence in Field of Study This glass flame award is given to graduating students (one in each major) in the baccalaureate program with a cumulative grade point average of 3.50 or above. Awardees are chosen by the faculty in the appropriate departments for both their academic performance and for their contribution to learning and life on campus.

F. H. “Cap” Wilkinson Award In memory of the first Chair of the Division of Criminal Justice, the Wilkinson Award is presented to a bachelor degree candidate in the field of Criminal Justice. The criteria for this award include scholastic achievement, character, professionalism, and pursuit of excellence.

Daisy and Frederick Stone Scholarship This scholarship in the amount of $500.00 for tuition at Tiffin University is awarded to a Junior and Senior in the field of Criminal Justice, with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or more, and whose permanent residence is located in Seneca County. *All students must be enrolled in the Spring Semester and be in good standing.

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TU Equestrian Team Competes in Winter Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) Competition The Tiffin University Equestrian Team competed in the second Western horsemanship competition of the 2009 hosted by Ohio University's Western Team at Chuck Smith Cutting Horses in Canal Winchester, OH. The team competed in two competitions on Sunday placing 6th in the morning's first show and 5th in the afternoon, this was out of eight universities.

During the competition on Sunday morning freshman Sarah Crosswhite qualified for Regional competitions in Intermediate Horsemanship I, moving her up to Intermediate Horsemanship II for the remainder of the season.

Individual team member results for Western competition: Participants: Megan Bates, Elizabeth Buskey, Melissa Cassidy, Sarah Crosswhite, Alison Ditman, April Fruitnicht, Trisha Hellein, Amanda Hoile, Danielle Holland, Ashley Lewellen, Eric Pettigrew, Tyler Riddle, Robyn Robertson, Jenna Trillet, Rachel Zwayer.

Placings: (first number first show, second number second show) Beginning Horsemanship Melissa Cassidy- 4th, 2nd Amanda Hoile- 6th, 5th Ashley Lewellen- 5th, 4th Tyler Riddle- 5th, 3rd

Rachel Zwayer- 5th, 5th Intermediate Horsemanship I Megan Bates- 5th Sarah Crosswhite- 3rd Trisha Hellein- 2nd Eric Pettigrew- 3rd

Intermediate Horsemanship II Elizabeth Buskey- 4th, 3rd April Fruitnicht- 2nd, 2nd Danielle Holland- 5th, 2nd

Novice Horsemanship

Alison Ditman- 5th, 4th

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Tiffin University’s Global Affairs Organization Dan Cloyd, Assistant Director of the Counterintelligence Division at FBI Headquarters, will make a special visit to Tiffin University on February 24-25.

The visit comes after seven TU students participate in the 24th Annual National Model NATO Conference at Howard University in Washington, D.C. Feb. 18-22.

Tiffin University’s Global Affairs Organization (GAO) is hosting Assistant Director Cloyd’s visit to campus, according to R. James Orr, CDR, JAGC, USN (Ret), Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and National Security Studies.

Among the highlights of Cloyd’s stay in Tiffin will be a program on the FBI's Counter-Intelligence Mission and a briefing on the Robert Hanssen case, which was the basis for the hit movie "Breach."

He will take part in tours of campus, meetings with students and staff, and a course development and curriculum session with TU’s Criminal Justice and National Security Studies faculty.

Cloyd has been Assistant Director of the Counterintelligence Division, FBI Headquarters, Washington, D.C. since January 2008. He joined the FBI in l985. After completing New Agents Training at the FBI Academy, he was assigned to the Buffalo, NY, Division, where he served for five years.

Following two years in the Washington, DC, Field Office (WFO), he was promoted to Supervisory Special Agent and assigned to the Intelligence (now Counterintelligence) Division, FBI Headquarters. In l995 he transferred to the Houston, TX, Division, where he supervised counterintelligence and counter-terrorism squads. In 1999 he was promoted to the Senior Executive Service and designated a Section Chief in the Counterintelligence Division. In 2004-2005 he was Special Agent in Charge of the Norfolk, VA, Division. He then returned to FBI Headquarters as Deputy Assistant Director of the Inspection Division, but soon rejoined the Counterintelligence Division as its Deputy Assistant Director for Operations.

In 2000 and again in 2002, Mr. Cloyd received the Attorney General’s Award for Excellence in Furthering the Interests of US National Security. In 2003 he received the Director’s Award for Outstanding Counterintelligence Investigation.

More information on Assistant Director Cloyd’s visit to TU is available by contacting Professor Orr at 419.448.3319.

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Seven Tiffin University Students Attend ‘Model NATO Conference’ In Washington, D.C. Seven Tiffin University students attended the 24th Annual National Model NATO Conference, February 18-22, at Howard University in Washington, D.C. “This is the first year TU was invited to participate,” says R. James Orr, CDR, JAGC, USN (Ret), Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and National Security Studies. The TU students were upperclassmen and members of the Global Affairs Organization (GAO). They represented the nation of Estonia.

“The students participated over a three-and-a-half-day period – in various committee meetings, negotiations, and strategy sessions in the context of serving on several aspects of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization,” Professor Orr explains. “This also included meetings at the Estonian Embassy.”

The Tiffin University students who took part in the trip were Doug Berlan, Cory Boyes, Kara Brenner, Zach Good, Alicia Rock, Anna Sofchek and Emmalie Zillner.

While in Washington, D.C., the team was hosted by Dan Cloyd, Assistant Director of the Counterintelligence Division at FBI Headquarters. Assistant Director Cloyd will be a special guest at Tiffin University.

At TU, Cloyd will be present a session on the FBI's Counter-Intelligence Mission and a briefing on the Robert Hanssen case, which was the basis for the hit movie "Breach." (SEE PAGE 13) About the Model NATO Conference: Howard University, Converse College and the Lemnitzer Center for NATO and European Union Studies, Kent State University, in collaboration with Embassies of NATO member states and diplomatic missions in Washington, D.C., sponsor the annual simulation of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization in the form of a Model NATO conference.

The Model is essentially a simulation of the proceedings of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, augmented by pre-conference study and briefings at embassies of NATO member states in Washington, D.C. It provides a unique opportunity for university and college students to study the role, structure and activities of NATO, as well as the military, political-security, economic, and social issues facing the Alliance.

Through simulation, students gain a better and clearer understanding of the capabilities and constraints that shape the policies of NATO countries in determining matters of collective defense. Apart from dealing with a prepared agenda, students grapple with a contemporary crisis to be revealed at the Model. Each participating university represents a Member State of NATO and /or a Partnership for Peace (PfP) Member State.

Keynote Speaker for the event was Mr. Michael Stopford, who has served as Deputy Assistant Secretary General (DASG), Strategic Communications Services (SCS), NATO Public Diplomacy Division (PDD) since August 2008.

February 24, 2009

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It's never too late to be the martial artist you always wanted to be!

Looking for a great skill and something fun to do during the spring semester?

Learn self-defense, traditional Karate, and competition fighting skills in the Tiffin Dragons Martial Arts Club.

Improve your confidence, skills, balance, coordination, and self-esteem. Become fitter, stronger, faster, and more flexible.

Spring Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays Saturdays

4:30-6:00pm 12:00-2:00pm

At the: Recreation and Club Sports Building (Formerly the Art House--213 Miami St. the white cinderblock building between the Hertzer Technology Center and Pettibone. No parking in the Pettibone driveway.)

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Whether you are a total beginner or a seasoned expert, you are welcome to join us.

Styles and skills include (but are not limited to): Shotokan Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Uechi Ryu Karate, Brazilian and Japanese Jui-Jitsu, Judo, Aikido, Wu Shu, Kobudo (including nunchaku, staff, tonfa, knife throwing, and sai), Kickboxing, and much more.

For more information e-mail Vince Moore at MooreV@tiffin.edu or Will Wettrich at wettrichwj@tiffin.edu

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February 24, 2009

If you want to play: Gillmor Student Center Tuesday, March 3 9:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. $3 with student ID, $5 without student ID PRIZE: 1st prize: 30% of pot and their name on the “Tournament Hall of Fame” plaque 2nd prize 20% of pot 3rd prize 10% of pot SIGN UP NOW: Email MillerR@tiffin.edu Or in front of Ryan Miller’s Office OPEN TO PUBLIC Ping-pong Rules: 1.

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The match is a head-to-head elimination game. Draw for the opponents.

Women and men will compete separately.

A match is played best 2 of 3 games; the winner goes to the next stage.

For each game, service alternates between opponents every two points.

For each game, the first player to reach 11 points (or 21 points in semifinal and final game) wins that game, however a game must be won by at least a two- point margin.

If both players reach 10 points (or 20 points in semifinal and final game), then service alternates after each point, until one player gains a two-point advantage.

If the service ball touches the net, but still goes into the correct service court，service will be taken again.

The losers of the first round are in contention for the other championship in this group. The rule is the same for rules1-6.

Three games starts on the three tables at the same time. There are two referees at each table tennis table. 比赛采取单场淘汰制, 抽签决定比赛对手。 男女分开进行比赛。 比赛实行三局两胜制, 先获得两局胜利的队员进入下一轮比赛。 每局比赛中，每得两分交换发球权。 一方队员以两分以上优势先得到11分（在决赛和半决赛中获得21分）该局比赛结束。 如果双方运动员比分都为10分（半决赛或决赛20分）时，发球为每分交替,直到一方获得两分优势，该局比赛 结束。 如果发球时球触网后，球仍然落在正确的发球区域，重新发球。 第一轮比赛的输者进入另一个小组的冠军争夺，规则如上1—6。 3桌比赛同时进行，每桌2位裁判。

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"The world is a book, and those who do not travel, read only one page."

(St. Augustine of Hippo) Four Tiffin University students "read" a number of pages in the "book of the world" recently. Jessica Pivato (Oxford), Jamie Rhoades (Oxford), Sara Durkee (Geneva), and Greg Dunn (Geneva) spent the fall semester studying and traveling through western Europe. They will be making a brief presentation of their discoveries and adventures at the February 25 Arts and Angles program at 11:00 in Chisholm auditorium (Franks Hall).

This will be an ideal opportunity to hear stories first-hand from your follow students who have taken advantage of the Tiffin's surprisingly affordable Study Abroad experience. In most cases, tuition at the various campuses is the same as Tiffin's and, depending where you go, room and board are only slightly more. You will take fully accredited classes so you will not have to postpone graduation. But all locations know you want to travel and actively encourage it with three-day weekends and week-long semester breaks.

Where can you go? Through affiliation agreements, we can arrange for you to study in London (2 locations) or Oxford, England; Geneva, Switzerland; Leiden, Holland; Vienna, Austria; or Cha'am, Thailand. In addition, you may enroll in a Spanish immersion course in either Spain or Argentina. Depending on your needs or interests, each of the locations has numerous advantages to recommend it.

Why should I do this? As author and world traveler Patricia Schultz wrote in the introduction to her best selling 1,000 Places to See Before You Die, "travel changes us, sometimes superficially, sometimes profoundly. It is a classroom without walls. With travel, our minds become more curious, our hearts more powerful, and our spirits more joyous." Such rewards would be a benefit to anyone.

What if I am not sure whether or not I want to try this? Consider Mark Twain's observation from later in his life: "Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did."

MARK YOUR CALENDARS: February 25, 11:00 a.m.

CHISOLM AUDITORIUM ALSO, there will be a special Study Abroad table in Gillmor Student Center over the lunch period where you can pick up information and talk to someone about Study Abroad. Also, feel free to contact Mrs. Judy Gardner or Dr. Bruce Bowlus about Study Abroad.

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Tiffin University 2008-2009 Events Calendar

FEBRUARY 2009

MARCH 2009

Wednesday, February 25 Arts & Angles “Adventures of Studying Abroad,” featuring four TU students who spent Fall Semester 2008 working on their degrees in England and Switzerland.

11:00 a.m., Chisholm Auditorium in Franks Hall Info: 419.448.3426

Sunday, March 1

Friday, February 27 Undergraduate Admissions School of Criminal Justice & Social Sciences Professional Preview Day 8:30 a.m., Gillmor Student Center Info: 419.448.3423 Free Admission

Friday, March 6 Undergraduate Admissions School of Arts & Sciences Professional Preview Day 8:30 a.m., Franks Hall Info: 419.448.3423

Performing Arts In Concert: Guest Artist TBA 8:00 p.m., Osceola

THIS WEEK At a Glance TUESDAY Celebration of Freedom Movie Night sponsored by BUS Chisholm Auditorium 7:00pm - 12 Midnight Phi Theta Pi Pool Tournament Gillmor Game Room—9:15pm—$5.00 WEDNESDAY Dan Cloyd, FBI Assistant Director of Counter-Intelligence/ Counter-Terrorism—Osceola Theatre 10:30 - 11:30am — The FBI's Counter-Intelligence Missions 1:00 - 2:00pm — Breach: Beyond the Movie (with Q&A) *Co-Curricular Credit Offered* THURSDAY Spring Fashion Show Practice Session Main Building, Rm. 12—10:00pm FRIDAY Guest Artist Series Concert — Red Sun Rising Osceola Theatre—8:00pm SATURDAY Greek Life Induction Ceremony Osceola Theatre—9:00am

Diane Kidd Gallery of Art Exhibition 2:00 to 4:00 Opening Reception Hayes Center for the Arts Featuring: Patrick Mauk (print making) Exhibition runs through March 29 (appointment: 419.448.3313) Info: marsha.pippenger@gmail.com

Monday, March 16 Next CAB Event : Alex McHale The next CAB event is Alex McHale. She has been seen on Comedy Central.

Time: 9:30 p.m.

Place: Osceola Wednesday, March 25 Arts & Angles Topic: Presentation: Telling Stories: A Documentary on the Politics of Archaeology Presenter: Lee Fearnside 11:00 a.m., Chisholm Auditorium in Franks Hall Info: 419.448.3426 Friday, March 27 Casino Night 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., Osceola Theatre (Located Inside the Gillmor Student Center) Info: 419.448.3424 Not Open to the Public Friday, March 27 through Sunday, March 29 Family and Little Sibs Weekend To Be Announced Info: 419.448.3424 Not Open to the Public Saturday, March 28 International Dinner 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Gillmor Student Center Gymnasium Reservations & Ticket Sales Call: 419.448.3424

No Charge for Events Unless Noted Otherwise All Events Open to the Public Unless Noted Otherwise Prepared by Tiffin University’s Office of Media Relations & Publications 419.448.3444 – lwilliam@tiffin.edu

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