What's The Word Sept 8

WHAT’S THE WORD UNIVERSITY OF THE INCARNATE WORD

SEPTEMBER 8, 2015

CIVILITY WEEK

SEPTEMBER 8-10TH

RESPECT, LOYALTY, & CIVILITY FALL 2015

September 8-10 No Phone Zone Finnigans 9am - 2pm

your friends can wait, make a new one!

U are... I am... We are...

Cardinal Courtyard

Three large boards will be set up for students to express “who U are...”, “who I am...”, “who We are...”

Tuesday, September 8 Civility March Dubuis Lawn 11am - 2pm

Students will march around the library and stop at four stations to contemplate Different perspectives about respect. Students will receive a t-shirt once they complete the walk.

Wednesday, September 9 “What would you do?”

Library Auditorium 4pm- 5pm

You’ve seen the show, now answer the question “What Would You Do?” In this Friendly and engaging discussion that will challenge your views and perceptions of our community. Hosted by Monica Solis - Hoefl.

Thursday, September 10 A Conversation on Civlity Library Auditorium 4pm - 6pm

Red, Yellow, Black, and White, Male, Felmale... we’re all alike. Our panel will provide perspectives on gender, race, ethnic and religious similarities and differences.

Brought to you by Campus Life and Ettling Center for Civic Leadership

#UIWCivility

Sorority

RECRUITMENT

look out for events next week!

IF INTERESTED CONTACT EACH SORORITY FOR MORE INFORMATION

Sorority

RECRUITMENT

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Don't be too nervous

I know, I know, easier said than done. Think of it as meeting new people and that will help to ease your nerves.

Take notes each night Keeping a journal is a great way to document your feelings of different houses during the day. Write down anything you thought so that you can reference it as you make bigger decisions.

Try to keep an open mind

This is something that I definitely didn't do. I really wanted KD and fortunately I got it however, if I had been dropped it would have been a lot harder to get really excited about other houses if I hadn't gotten a bid from KD. By keeping an open mind being dropped could lead to a new opportunity instead of a disappointment!

Don't take things too personally

If you are dropped by a sorority you happen to have close friends in, don't take it personally. I know that's hard to hear and it is hard not to take things personally especially when a place may have been your favorite house but keep going and know that they are just helping the process of finding the house that is perfect for you.

Share something unique about yourself By sharing something unique about yourself you are making it more likely that the girl you are talking to will remember you!

Ask questions

If you have any questions about anything relating to a particular sorority then be sure to ask the girls in that house your questions!

This shows interest which is definitely a good thing!

Be sure to eat well during this week, you're more fun when you aren't hungry

Eating and snacking are always a must for me and I am so much more fun when I am full! Your recruitment counselor will more than likely keep little snacks for you for throughout the day which is great however, be sure you are eating pretty decent sized meals as well!

Be yourself

Easy as that. Don't try to be someone you are not because you want to find your place in a house where you can be yourself!

Keep Smiling & Have fun!

And as annoying as it is to hear this cliche phrase it really is true and you won't see it until you're well into getting involved with your sorority but it works out for the best!

Monday September 14, 2015 Informational Location: AD 423 Time: 5:00pm-6:00pm Tuesday September 15, 2015 Sweet like Honey Ice cream Mixer Location: AD 365 Event time: 5-6pm Wednesday September 16, 2015 Xi Honey for a Day Location: GB 209 Time: 5pm-7pm Thursday September 17, 2015 Pizza in Pajamas Philanthropy Night Location: AD 215 Time: 6-8:30pm Friday September 18, 2015 Preference Luncheon Location: TBD Event time: 11am-1pm

Delta Beta Chi 9-14-15, NB 206 9-15-15, AD422 9-17-15, AD422 9-20-15, ATT 121

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erhood is... ays being there for one another non-stop fun- everything Chi Phi. Matthew Charo- Chi Phi

National Society of Collegiate Scholars Induction Ceremony The National Society of Collegiate Scholar inducted approximately 90 high achievers on September 3, 2015. The organization acknowledged the academic successes of the students in attendance and enjoyed a keynote speech by Bexar County District Attorney Nico La Hood. During the evening's events, Monica Cruz, Director of the Ettingly Center for Civic Leadership was recognized as a distinguished member of NSCS

NSCS President Courtney Schmidt, Bexar County District Attorney Nico La Hood, NSCS VP Robert Cavazos

The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) is an honors organization that recognizes and elevates high achievers. NSCS provides career and graduate school connections, leadership and service opportunities and gives out a million dollars in scholarships annually. NSCS members are deeply committed to scholarship, leadership and service and as a result, are impacting their campus and local communities every day.

NSCS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1994 on the campus of The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. NSCS is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies and is a recognized organization at over 300 campuses across the country.

Alpha Chi National College Honor Society

The University of the Incarnate Word has had an active chapter of the Alpha Chi National College Honor Society since the 1920s.

Induction to Alpha Chi is limited to the top 10% of the junior and senior classes with a grade point average of 3.50 and above.

It is the highest academic honor society at the university and is the institutional equivalent to Phi Beta Kappa at larger universities.

The annual induction ceremony is in the spring semester. Students receive a membership certificate, pin, and stole to wear at graduation. Members can also apply for important scholarships and are invited to attend regional and national conferences.

Membership invitations are sent out in the early spring, so keep an eye out for your invitation and be sure to reply when you receive it.

Faculty co-­‐sponsors are Dr. Stefanie Boswell (psychology) and Dr. Roger Barnes (sociology and criminal justice). For additional information, they can be contacted at: ssboswel@uiwtx.edu and barnes@uiwtx.edu

TECH ASSIST EXPLORE YOUR TECHNOLOGY

August 28 Noon – 1:00 pm Student Blackboard Lunch and Learn GB212

Blackboard 101 - This is a student-centered event that will focus on Blackboard from the student’s perspective. Join Terry Peak for free pizza and learn how to navigate Blackboard, discuss the finer points of MyWord.

September 25

Noon – 1:00 pm Student Lunch and Learn GB212

Effective PowerPoint- This is a student-centered event that will focus on how to effectively share information with your audience using PowerPoint. At the end of this half-hour session, you will know the secrets to minimizing boredom and maximizing attention. In other words, you learn how to stop your PowerPoint presentation from becoming PowerPointless.

October 30

Noon – 1:00 pm Student Blackboard Lunch and Learn GB212

Blackboard 201- In this session, Terry will be explaining some of the finer points of the Blackboard LMS. Topics include accessing collaborative tools such as blogs and wikis, reviewing the student resource tab, and using the mashup tool. Attendees will be fed, which is perfect for that student whose wallet is empty after attending homecoming.

UIW Phonathon 2015 What are you doing?

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Attending Phonathon Sat., Oct. 3 through Wed., Oct. 14 • • • • •

Free training available Great networking opportunity Potential paid opportunities Community service hours Win prizes

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so I thought this would help get me out of my shell a little bit. I really like the atmosphere and everyone is so friendly and warm Computer Information Systems (CIS) major, ’16 #uiwphonathon Contact Patrick Greener for more information: 210-805-5832 or greener@uiwtx.edu

/uiwphonathon www.uiw.edu/phonathon The University of the Incarnate Word provides reasonable accommodation with adequate notice. To request disability accommodation for this event, visit www.uiw.edu/ada 8/15 50

UIW STUDENT AMBASSADORS

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Speak to prospective students and families Organize and facilitate Admissions Recruiting Events Conduct campus tours Participate in UIW commencements Network with UIW administrators

The core values of UIW: 1. Education

2. Truth 3. Faith

About us:

The Student Ambassadors are an on-campus organization who assist the Office of Admissions in recruitment and retention, to foster a sense of community among students and visitors, and to act as official representatives of the University of the Incarnate Word, and the community at large.

4. Service 5. Innovation

CONTACT US: Maryssa Bustamante Coordinator mabustam@uiwtx.edu Amanda D. Gamez Membership Chair amgamez1@uiwtx.edu

For more information, visit:

https://orgsync.com/10752/chapter

Jessica Medina Advisor jamedin1@uiwtx.edu

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