May 21, 2012

Announcements

• APA & MSCA - Retirement Incentive - Submitted by Dorothy Grosswendt on 5/21/12

  See announcement for information about a retirement incentive of $10,000 for retirement-eligible APA and MSCA members.

• Dr. Mary Jo Moriarty Pool Open!! - Submitted by Michael Caruso on 5/21/12

  Moriarty Pool will have limited pool hours...
  
  Monday - Friday
  
  10am-2pm Open Swim Only!!

• President's Open Office Hours - Submitted by Lisa Shaw on 5/21/12

  President Mohler-Faria's Open Office Hours for Week of May 21st

Events

• 10 Tee Times Still Available for the "Employee Appreciation Mini Golf Invitational" - Submitted by Allison Pickup on 5/21/12

  Join us for the 2nd Annual Employee Appreciation Mini Golf Invitational on May 23rd!

Newsletters

• Volunteer Voice - Submitted by Ashlee Downing on 5/21/12

  What's new in the Community Service Center? Find out in this final eddition of the Volunteer Voice!

May 18, 2012

Announcements

• BSU Web Restructuring Information Sessions - Submitted by IT Support on 5/18/12

  You're invited to the upcoming BSU Web Restructuring Information Sessions. The next session is Thursday, May 24.

• Commonwealth Choice Open Enrollment - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/18/12

  The open enrollment period for non-GIC eligible employees begins May 1 and ends May 31.

Events

• Monday, May 21st - Cherry Tree Planting Ceremony - Submitted by Brianne Boitano on 5/18/12

  The Consul General of Japan in Boston will visit BSU on Monday, May 21st to take part in a tree planting ceremony at 1:15pm at the front of Boyden Hall.

May 17, 2012

Announcements

• 1 Day Left to Complete the IT Quality Survey - Submitted by IT Support on 5/17/12

  Your Feedback Matters. Please take a few moments to let us know how we're doing by completing the Annual IT Quality Survey.

Events

• SE MA STEM EXPO is May 24 - Submitted by Kathleen Kirby on 5/17/12

  500 students grades 5-8 and hundreds of STEM experts and educators will converge on East Campus on Thursday May 24--Moakley, Hart, and Burnell Halls. Please plan ahead for driving and parking.

May 16, 2012

Announcements

• Barry Guaraldi Retirement this Friday! - Submitted by IT Support on 5/16/12

  Please come by and wish Barry Guaraldi well at his retirement reception this Friday, May 18 from 1-3pm in One Park Ave (004 RCC)

• BSU SwimAmerica Summer Learn to Swim Program - Submitted by Michael Caruso on 5/16/12

  BSU SwimAmerica is a learn to swim program based on safety, fun and fitness. Your child will learn at his or her own pace and develop proper swimming techniques.

• Commonwealth Choice Open Enrollment - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/16/12

  The open enrollment period for non-GIC eligible employees begins May 1 and ends May 31.

• IT Systems Maintenance Window - THIS Friday, 5/18 (6PM - 12AM) - Submitted by IT Support on 5/16/12

  IT will perform routine systems maintenance this Friday, May 18 from 6:00pm to midnight.

Events

• Bears Basketball Camp 2012 - Submitted by Catherine Davis on 5/16/12

  Bears Basketball Camp 2012 is here!
  Week 1: M-TH July 16-20th
  Week 2: M-TH July 23-26th

• Last Chance to Attend a Health Science Professions Teaching Circle - Submitted by Lori Benson on 5/16/12

  Don't miss this interdisciplinary conversation that will explore the health science professions on Thursday, May 31, 10:00 - 11:15 AM, in the Maxwell Library MDR. Light refreshments will be served.

May 15, 2012

Announcements

• ~Arts For Youth Discount for BSU Faculty and Staff - Submitted by Matthew Greene on 5/15/12

  Discounted enrollment for Arts For Youth

• Notice of Grant Awards in April - Submitted by Diane Dobson on 5/15/12

  Congratulations to Ms. Ann Doyle who received an external grant award in April

• SMART PLAN at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/15/12

  A SMART PLAN representative will be available on campus on several dates this spring.

May 14, 2012

Announcements

• Annual Steam Shutdown Notice - Submitted by Sonia Rego on 5/14/12

  This is a reminder that on Saturday, May 12th, after all commencement activities concluded, the University's steam plant shut down for annual scheduled maintenance...

• BSU Employees & HIRD Forms - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/14/12

  An important announcement for all BSU employees

• Commonwealth Choice Open Enrollment - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/14/12

  The open enrollment period for non-GIC eligible employees begins May 1 and ends May 31.

Community Service

• Reception Center Team - Submitted by Janet Cartwright on 5/14/12

  ****Reminder****
  Classroom Training will be held Monday 05/14 and Tuesday 05/15

May 11, 2012

Announcements

• **TEMPORARY UNDERPASS CLOSURE** - Submitted by Sonia Rego on 5/11/12

  The attached brochure has been developed to provide campus users with some information concerning the temporary closure of the Underpass between May 14, 2012 and August 30, 2012...

• Annual Steam Shutdown Notice - Submitted by Sonia Rego on 5/11/12

  On Saturday, May 12th, after all commencement activities have concluded, the University's steam plant will shut down for annual scheduled maintenance...

• TIAA-CREF at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/11/12

  A TIAA-CREF representative will be available on campus this spring.

• Volunteers needed to make Sexual Assault Survivor Kits - Submitted by Ann Doyle on 5/11/12

  Join us Wednesday, May 16, 5pm, Tillinghast 010 to make Sexual Assault Survivor Kits. The BSU Peer Educators & Catholic Connections collected enough items to make 200 full kits.

May 10, 2012

Announcements

• Annual IT Quality Survey - Last Chance to Participate - Submitted by IT Support on 5/10/12

  Your Feedback Matters. Please take a few moments to let us know how we're doing by completing the Annual IT Quality Survey.

• Annual Steam Shutdown Notice - Submitted by Sonia Rego on 5/10/12

  On Saturday, May 12th, after all commencement activities have concluded, the University's steam plant will shut down for annual scheduled maintenance. The plant will resume steam production on ...

• Banner Hardware Upgrade - Submitted by IT Support on 5/10/12

  4 day Banner hardware upgrade Monday, May 14 through Friday, May 18, 2012.

• Faculty Advisors needed for New Student Orientation - Submitted by Steven Viveiros on 5/10/12

  In June, BSU offers new incoming first year students a two day New Student Orientation, including a structured academic advising experience. Why not consider working with our faculty advisor team?

Events

• Summer 2012 Orientation Programs - Submitted by Christina McCauley on 5/10/12

  This announcement will provide information about the Transfer Transitions program, the Family Program and the First Year Student program.

Newsletters

• May Healthy Habits Newsletter - Submitted by Ann Doyle on 5/10/12

  Attached is the May Healthy Habits newsletter. Included in this issue are articles addressing the impact of stress on your life, sun safety and a look back at our hand washing campaign. Enjoy!

Community Service

• Legal Issues in Child Protective and Elder Services - Submitted by Carolyn Masshardt on 5/10/12

  Workshop on Legal Issues in Child Protective and Elder Services 5/17, 8:30-12. Attorney Wynn Gerhard, and Attorney Susan Devine present for social work supervisors and other professionals.

May 9, 2012

Announcements

• Bridgewater Garden Club Spring Plant Sale - Submitted by Lynne Augenti on 5/9/12

  Bridgewater Garden Club is having a Spring Plant Sale on Saturday, May 12th

• Bridgewater Garden Club Tour - Submitted by Lynne Augenti on 5/9/12

  Bridgewater Garden Club Presents: Personal Gardens of Bridgewater"

• IT Systems Maintenance Window - NEXT Friday, 5/18 (6PM - 12AM) - Submitted by IT Support on 5/9/12

  IT will perform routine systems maintenance next Friday, May 18 from 6:00pm to midnight.

• Open Forum - Director, Center for Academic Technology - Submitted by Karen Fontana on 5/9/12

  The CAT search committee invites you to participate in the campus visit of Dr. Carolyn Guertin, candidate for the Director of the Center for Academic Technology on Friday, May 11, 2012.

• RCC Print Shop Hours - Submitted by Beth Goad on 5/9/12

  The RCC Print Shop will have limited hours this week.

• RCC Print Shop Summer Hours - Submitted by Beth Goad on 5/9/12

  The RCC Print Shop (RCC 113) will be open five days per week beginning Monday, May 14.

• SMART PLAN at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/9/12

  A SMART PLAN representative will be available on campus on several dates this spring.

Events

• Undergraduate Commencement - Submitted by Brianne Boitano on 5/9/12

  Spring Undergraduate Commencement will be held on Saturday, May 12, 2012, at 10:30am on the Boyden Hall Quadrangle. If you plan on attending, please ensure you RSVP no later than TODAY.

May 8, 2012

Announcements

• **TEMPORARY UNDERPASS CLOSURE** - Submitted by Sonia Rego on 5/8/12

  The attached brochure has been developed to provide campus users with some information concerning the temporary closure of the Underpass between May 14, 2012 and August 30, 2012...

• ~Arts For Youth Discount for BSU Faculty and Staff - Submitted by Matthew Greene on 5/8/12

  Discounted enrollment for Arts For Youth

• AXA-Equitable at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/8/12

  An AXA-Equitable representative will be available on campus this spring.

• Campus Memo regarding the Institutional Review Board (IRB) - Submitted by Diane Dobson on 5/8/12

  Visit the IRB website for new forms as well as informed consent templates, CITI training links, policies, procedures, meeting schedules and other important information

• Employees Assistance Program- May 2012 Newsletters - Submitted by Allison Pickup on 5/8/12

  The 2012 May newsletter from the Wellness Corporation, BSU's Employee Assistance Program provider is now available.

• LINCOLN at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/8/12

  A LINCOLN representative will be available on campus this spring.

• President's Open Office Hours - Submitted by Lisa Shaw on 5/8/12

  Cancellation of President's Open Office Hours on Wednesday, May 9th

• Schedule for Food Service/Dunkin Donuts/Starbucks and Bookstore May and Summer - Submitted by Maria Pimental on 5/8/12

  Schedule for Food Service/Dunkin Donuts/Starbucks and Bookstore May and Summer

• TIAA-CREF at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/8/12

  A TIAA-CREF representative will be available on campus this spring.

Events

• Last Chance to Attend a Health Science Professions Teaching Circle - Submitted by Lori Benson on 5/8/12

  Don't miss this interdisciplinary conversation that will explore the health science professions on Thursday, May 31, 10:00 - 11:15 AM, in the Maxwell Library MDR. Light refreshments will be served.

May 7, 2012

Announcements

• * ENDS TODAY - GIC Annual Enrollment - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/7/12

  See announcement for information about the GIC options available to eligible state employees.

• Annual IT Quality Survey - Last Chance to Participate - Submitted by IT Support on 5/7/12

  Your Feedback Matters. Please take a few moments to let us know how we're doing by completing the Annual IT Quality Survey.

• BSU Web Restructuring Information Sessions - Submitted by IT Support on 5/7/12

  You're invited to the upcoming BSU Web Restructuring Information Sessions. The next session is Monday, May 14.

• Last week to make a nomination for the Spot Awards! - Submitted by Allison Pickup on 5/7/12

  Spot Award nominations are due by May 11th! Visit the HR webiste for award categories and instructions on how to make a nomination!

• President's Open Office Hours - Submitted by Lisa Shaw on 5/7/12

  President Mohler-Faria's Open Office Hours for the Week of May 7th.

• SMART PLAN at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/7/12

  A SMART PLAN representative will be available on campus on several dates this spring.

Events

• Graduate and Undergraduate Commencement - Submitted by Brianne Boitano on 5/7/12

  Please see the information below about Graduate Commencement and Undergraduate Commencement. PLEASE RSVP BY TODAY!

May 4, 2012

Announcements

• * GIC Annual Enrollment Ends on Monday, May 7 - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/4/12

  See announcement for information about the GIC options available to eligible state employees.

• AXA-Equitable at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/4/12

  An AXA-Equitable representative will be available on campus this spring.

• LINCOLN at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/4/12

  A LINCOLN representative will be available on campus this spring.

May 3, 2012

Announcements

• Final 2012 RecyleMania Results are announced. - Submitted by Mary Cahill on 5/3/12

  Thanks to all students, faculty, and staff for particpating the this years RecycleMania contest. The results of your efforts have place BSU in 4th place in Massachusetts. Great job!

• ING at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/3/12

  An ING representative will be available on campus this spring.

• TIAA-CREF at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/3/12

  A TIAA-CREF representative will be available on campus this spring.

Newsletters

• What's new in the Community Service Center? Find out in this special edition of Volunteer Voice! - Submitted by Ashlee Downing on 5/3/12

  Volunteer Voice, a monthly e-newsletter published by the Community Service Center, has all the information you need to get involved in the community.

Community Service

• Need a Ride to Project Bread's Walk for Hunger in Boston this Sunday? - Submitted by Diane Bell on 5/3/12

  The Community Service Center will provide bus transportation to and from Boston Common for this weekend's Walk for Hunger.

May 2, 2012

Announcements

• Annual IT Quality Survey - Submitted by IT Support on 5/2/12

  Your Feedback Matters. Please take a few moments to let us know how we're doing by completing the Annual IT Quality Survey.

• Deadline Today! Call for CARS Advisory Board Members Term Fall 2012-Spring 2015 - Submitted by Carolyn Anderson on 5/2/12

  The deadline to apply for one of the six open positions on the CARS Advisory Board is today, Wednesday, May 2, 2012.

• GIC Annual Enrollment Options - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/2/12

  See announcement for information about the GIC options available to eligible state employees from April 9 to May 7, 2012.

• SERV! State Employees Responding as Volunteers - Submitted by Allison Pickup on 5/2/12

  Are you looking for volunteer opportunities? Become a SERV volunteer.

Events

• Don't Delay - Register Today! CARS May Celebration XVI - Submitted by Carolyn Anderson on 5/2/12

  CART to CARS: A Driving Force for Research and Scholarship Over 20 Years. Wednesday, May 9th & Thursday, May 10th, 2012. Kindly respond by Wednesday, May 2nd.

• Project WET USA Conference Whale Watch - Submitted by Kim McCoy on 5/2/12

  On Tuesday, May 22, 2012 1:00pm, we will be going on a whale watch from Plymouth to Stellwagon Bank. Would you like to join us? Everyone welcome. Cost $25.00 per person (what a bargain).

Miscellaneous

• MassCommuter Challenge/Bay State Bike Week May 14th - 20th - Submitted by Susan Diniz on 5/2/12

  Register today for the MassCommuter Challenge during Bay State Bike Week.

May 1, 2012

Announcements

• ~Arts for Youth Discount for BSU Faculty and Staff - Submitted by Matthew Greene on 5/1/12

  Discounted enrollment for Arts For Youth

• REMINDER~TOP 10 Key Issues for Early Stage and New Businesses *Tomorrow* 4-6:00p.m Maxwell Library - Submitted by Kathleen Manning on 5/1/12

  Don't miss out~Top 10 Key Issues for Early Stage and New Businesses. May 1st 4:00 to 6:00 PM
  MDR Room at the Maxwell Library. There is still room, so R.S.V.P today!!

• SMART PLAN at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/1/12

  A SMART PLAN representative will be available on campus on several dates this spring.

• VALIC at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 5/1/12

  A VALIC representative will be available on campus on several dates this spring.

Events

• Register Today! Zumba - Submitted by Allison Pickup on 5/1/12

  Thank you to the Administration and Finance Division for supporting additional Zumba classes this summer!

Newsletters

• University and Community Partnerships Newsletter, May Edition - Submitted by Lynne Augenti on 5/1/12

  Please take a look at "Community Connections" the Office of University and Community Partnerships Newsletter to see what's happening in May.

Community Service

• Last call! I'm 92% of the way to my Run to Home Base goal to support families of veterans! - Submitted by Martina Arndt on 5/1/12

  Thanks to friends, family, coworkers and neighbors, I have raised nearly all $1000 I need to run 5 Miles to raise money in support of veterans and their familes. You can help "bring me home"!

April 30, 2012

Announcements

• *WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL* - Submitted by Salil Sachdev on 4/30/12

  Monday, April 30, 11am - 5pm, Campus Center fountain area (outside).

• AXA-Equitable at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 4/30/12

  An AXA-Equitable representative will be available on campus this spring.

• GIC Annual Enrollment Options - Submitted by Jean Galego on 4/30/12

  See announcement for information about the GIC options available to eligible state employees from April 9 to May 7, 2012.

• ING at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 4/30/12

  An ING representative will be available on campus this spring.

• LINCOLN at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 4/30/12

  A LINCOLN representative will be available on campus this spring.

• Open Office Hour with Dr. Howard London, Provost and VP for Academic Affairs - Submitted by Tracy Charbonnier on 4/30/12

  Provost London will hold an open office hour today, Monday, April 30, from 2-3 pm in the Academic Affairs Office, Boyden 104.

• President's Open Office Hours - Submitted by Lisa Shaw on 4/30/12

  President Mohler-Faria's Open Office Hours for Week of April 30th

• Sexual Assault Survivor Kit Collections Donate Today - Submitted by Ann Doyle on 4/30/12

  You still have time to donate! Our greatest need is for travel-size mouthwash and travel-size toothpaste, combs, underwear and socks. See flyer for drop-off locations. Thank you.

• Time Capsule Submissions Accepted Through May 1st - Submitted by Jamie Kern on 4/30/12

  Anyone associated with B.S.U. may submit a memento for inclusion in a time capsule in the new science building until Tuesday, May 1st at 5:00 pm.

Events

• *WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL-TODAY!* - Submitted by Salil Sachdev on 4/30/12

  Monday, April 30, 11am - 5pm, Campus Center fountain area (outside).

• Children's Rights Week at BSU- Children and Hunger Day - Submitted by Jonathan White on 4/30/12

  BSU Free the Children Chapter is sponsoring their 2nd Annual Children's Rights week this week from April 24th-30th.

• REMINDER... Lavender Graduation Luncheon - Tomorrow! 12:00pm - 1:00pm, Dunn Conference Room - Submitted by Juliana Horton on 4/30/12

  Join us as we honor the lives and achievements of BSU's GLBTA students. TOMORROW - Tuesday, May 1. 12:00 - 1:00 pm. Dunn Conference Room (Crimson). Delicious celebratory lunch provided. See you there!

Bereavement

• Bereavement - Submitted by Lenell Silva on 4/30/12

  We were saddened to hear that Lorraine Meunier, mother of Suzanne Hickey in Fiscal Affairs, passed away on April 26, 2012.

• Bereavement - Submitted by Anna Rae on 4/30/12

  Bereavement

April 27, 2012

Announcements

• Do you know a BSU staff member who deserves a Pretzel Award? - Submitted by Allison Pickup on 4/27/12

  Nominate them for a Spot Award today! The Spot Award nomination period ends May 11th. Don't delay, nominate today!

• Moriarty Swimming Pool (Closed 4/30/12 - 5/14/12) - Submitted by Michael Caruso on 4/27/12

  The Dr. Mary Jo Moriarty Pool will be closed April 30 through May 14, 2012.
  
  Pool hours will be posted Monday April 30, 2012.

• One Book One Community and Growing Spaces Community Garden - Submitted by Lynne Augenti on 4/27/12

  Learn about the Growing Spaces Community Garden" in Bridgewater with Arthur Lizie.

• REGISTER TODAY for the 2012 Senior Class Toast - Submitted by Jane Donahue on 4/27/12

  SENIORS--
  Don't forget to register for the 2012 Senior Class Toast Event happening NEXT MONDAY, April 30.

• SMART PLAN at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 4/27/12

  A SMART PLAN representative will be available on campus on several dates this spring.

• VALIC at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 4/27/12

  A VALIC representative will be available on campus on several dates this spring.

• Zumba Classes Added! Register today! - Submitted by Allison Pickup on 4/27/12

  Thank you to the Administration and Finance division for supporting additional Zumba Classes this summer!

Events

• ~The Glass Menagerie~ - Submitted by Matthew Greene on 4/27/12

  Friday, April 27 at 8pm
  Saturday, April 28 at 8pm
  
  508-531-1321 or BoxOfficeVM@bridgew.edu

• Children's Rights Week at BSU- Children and Education Day - Submitted by Jonathan White on 4/27/12

  BSU Free the Children Chapter is sponsoring their 2nd Annual Children's Rights week this week from April 24th-30th.

• QuAc Beyond the Formula Workshop Today! - Submitted by Lori Benson on 4/27/12

  Friday, April 27, 11:15 AM - 2:00 PM, Moakley Auditorium - Faculty and student learning assistants from both sides of the "formula gap" are welcome to the first QuAC plenary workshop.

Newsletters

• The Challenger Newsletter - Submitted by GA_JHOLLSTEIN on 4/27/12

  The Challenger is published twice a year through the Disability Resources Office (DRO).

April 26, 2012

Announcements

• *KHAKATAY IN CONCERT - TONIGHT* - Submitted by Salil Sachdev on 4/26/12

  BSU West African Drumming Ensemble in Concert, Thursday, April 26, 8pm, Horace Mann Auditorium, Boyden Hall.

• 3rd Annual Food Show at Bear's Den - Submitted by Maria Pimental on 4/26/12

  Come to the Bear's Den and check out the 3rd Annual Food Show and try some free samples from different vendors. Thursday, April 26, 2012 11am to 3pm.

• GIC Annual Enrollment Options - Submitted by Jean Galego on 4/26/12

  See announcement for information about the GIC options available to eligible state employees from April 9 to May 7, 2012.

• IT Systems Maintenance Window - THIS Friday POSTPONED - Submitted by IT Support on 4/26/12

  The IT Maintenance Window scheduled for this Friday, April 27 has been postponed and rescheduled for Friday, May 18, which is after Commencement.

• Show me the Money: OGSP Offers 4 Automated Alerts for Grant Seekers - Submitted by Diane Dobson on 4/26/12

  The Office of Grants and Sponsored Projects now offers four ways to receive grant notifications tailored to your interests.

Events

• ~Closing Weekend of The Glass Menagerie~ - Submitted by Matthew Greene on 4/26/12

  Thursday, April 26 at 8pm
  Friday, April 27 at 8pm
  Saturday, April 28 at 8pm
  
  508-531-1321 or BoxOfficeVM@bridgew.edu

• Children's Rights Week at BSU- Children in Armed Conflict Day - Submitted by Jonathan White on 4/26/12

  BSU Free the Children Chapter is sponsoring their 2nd Annual Children's Rights week this week from April 24th-30th.

• INFO YOU CAN USE: Tuesday May 1st 4-6:00 pm MDR Room, Maxwell Library - Submitted by Kathleen Manning on 4/26/12

  CES is pleased to present Attorney John Koenig of Indigo Venture Law to highlight the ten major issues of importance for any new business from start-up, growth, and succession. Come join us!!!

• QuAc Beyond the Formula Workshop Tomorrow - Submitted by Lori Benson on 4/26/12

  Friday, April 27, 11:15 AM - 2:00 PM, Moakley Auditorium - Faculty and student learning assistants from both sides of the "formula gap" are welcome to the first QuAC plenary workshop.

• Register Today! 4th Annual BSU Employee Community Service Day - Submitted by Allison Pickup on 4/26/12

  Join the Office of Human Resources for our 4th Annual BSU Employee Community Service Day on May 17, 2012.

• TODAY in ECC: Top Sustainability Chef! - Submitted by Eric LePage on 4/26/12

  In the pursuit of advancing the notions of clean cooking with sustainable food sources, the Center for Sustainability is hosting a Top Sustainability Chef competition today in the ECC Cafeteria!

• TODAY: What's on your Plate and in your Glass? - Submitted by Eric LePage on 4/26/12

  Join author Terry Walters as she shares what it means to eat clean, how we can apply it to suit our unique constitutions and lifestyles, and the impact of doing so on our environment and our health.

April 25, 2012

Announcements

• *KHAKATAY IN CONCERT* - Submitted by Salil Sachdev on 4/25/12

  BSU West African Drumming Ensemble in Concert, Thursday, April 26, 8pm, Horace Mann Auditorium, Boyden Hall

• *Update on Spring & Summer 2012 Construction Projects* - Submitted by Sonia Rego on 4/25/12

  Attached please find a list of the larger construction projects that will be underway this summer on the Bridgewater State University campus...

• 2012 Senior Class Toast - Submitted by Jane Donahue on 4/25/12

  SENIORS- be sure to register for the 2012 Senior Class Toast happening THIS COMING MONDAY- April, 30.

• Ballroom Dance Class presentation - Submitted by Deborah Stringham on 4/25/12

  Salsa, swing and more! Please join our class for our final presentation. Held Thurs. April 26 at 11:30am in Kelly Small Gym.
  D Stringham & G. Rivera-Pagan

• Do you know a BSU staff member who deserves a Lifesaver Award? - Submitted by Allison Pickup on 4/25/12

  Nominate them for a Spot Award today! The Spot Award nomination period ends May 11th. Don't delay, nominate today!

• GIC Annual Enrollment Options - Submitted by Jean Galego on 4/25/12

  See announcement for information about the GIC options available to eligible state employees from April 9 to May 7, 2012.

• ING at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 4/25/12

  An ING representative will be available on campus this spring.

• One Book One Community and Growing Spaces Community Garden - Submitted by Lynne Augenti on 4/25/12

  Learn about the Growing Spaces Community Garden" in Bridgewater with Arthur Lizie.

• Sustainability/Earth Week Activities - Please join us! - Submitted by Maria Schaaf on 4/25/12

  The Center for Sustainability invites you to attend a number of exciting Sustainability Week events coming up this week!! We hope you can join us for as many of the events as possible!

• Thailand Winter Study Tour Information Sessions - Submitted by Wing-Kai To on 4/25/12

  Two intro sessions about winter study tour to Thailand will be held on 4/26 (tomorrow) at 12:15 pm in ECC112 and on 5/2 (next Weds) at 5 pm in MDR, Library.

• Today, Open Forum for Collections and Exhibitions Manager - Submitted by Lynne Augenti on 4/25/12

  As a reminder, the Open Forum for Collections and Exhibitions Manager position will be held today Wednesday, April 25th and again on Friday, April 27th in Harrington 211 from 3pm to 4pm.

Events

• BSU Observatory Saturn Event Tonight - Submitted by Jamie Kern on 4/25/12

  Tonight, Wednesday 4/25/12 at 8:30 pm the BSU Observatory will be open to the public, weather allowing. Saturn will be featured all evening, along with Venus, Mars, and the Orion Nebula.

• East Asian Studies Sympoisum, tomorrow (4/26), 1:30-4:30, ECC112 - Submitted by Wing-Kai To on 4/25/12

  The Asian Studies Program is pleased to present an East Asian Studies Symposium to highlight faculty research tomorrow (4/26), 1:30-4:30, in ECC 112. You and your students are welcome to attend.

• Lavender Graduation and luncheon. Tuesday, May 1, 12:00pm - 1:00pm, Dunn Conference Room - Submitted by Juliana Horton on 4/25/12

  Join us as we honor the lives and achievements of BSU's GLBTA students. Tuesday, May 1. 12:00 - 1:00 pm. Dunn Conference Room (Crimson). Delicious celebratory lunch provided!

• THURSDAY: What's on your Plate and in your Glass? - Submitted by Eric LePage on 4/25/12

  Join author Terry Walters as she shares what it means to eat clean, how we can apply it to suit our unique constitutions and lifestyles, and the impact of doing so on our environment and our health.

April 24, 2012

Announcements

• ~Arts For Youth Discount for BSU Faculty and Staff - Submitted by Matthew Greene on 4/24/12

  Discounted enrollment for Arts For Youth Program

• Alternate Printing Solution for Students:Demo this Wednesday! - Submitted by IT Support on 4/24/12

  IT has invited WEPA (Wireless Everywhere, Print Anywhere) to campus this Wednesday to demonstrate one of their Printer kiosks.

• Campus Memo regarding the Institutional Review Board (IRB) - Submitted by Diane Dobson on 4/24/12

  Visit the IRB website for new forms as well as informed consent templates, CITI training links, policies, procedures, meeting schedules and other important information

• Cross Country Team Informational Meeting - Submitted by Susan Chaves on 4/24/12

  Cross Country Team Informational Meeting

• EMT Course - Submitted by Michael Froio on 4/24/12

  The Bridgewater State University Police Department is offering an Emergency Medical Technician (E.M.T.) course starting on May 29, 2012.

• GIC Annual Enrollment Options - Submitted by Jean Galego on 4/24/12

  See announcement for information about the GIC options available to eligible state employees from April 9 to May 7, 2012.

• IT Tuesday Tips & Tricks: Seven Summer Security Suggestions - Submitted by IT Support on 4/24/12

  IT would like to share some popular technology-related tips & tricks.
  
  This week's tip is: Seven Summer Security Suggestions

• Open Forum for Collections and Exhibitions Manager - Submitted by Lynne Augenti on 4/24/12

  The open forum for Collections and Exhibitions Manager position will be held tomorrow,Wednesday, April 25th and Friday, April 27th in Harrington 211 from 3pm to 4pm.

• Schedule For Flynn Dining in Tillinghast Hall - Submitted by Maria Pimental on 4/24/12

  Schedule for Flynn Dining Commons in Tillinghast Hall Tuesday, May 1, 2012 and Wednesday, May 2, 2012 to accommodate the All Sports Banquet Ceremony.

• Tonight, Ben Hewitt, author of "The Town That Food Saved" Lecture and Book Signing - Submitted by Lynne Augenti on 4/24/12

  Please join One Book One Community tonight in welcoming Ben Hewitt, author of "The Town That Food Saved" as our guest speaker on April 24th at 7:30pm.

Events

• Children's Rights Week at BSU- Child Labor Day Today - Submitted by Jonathan White on 4/24/12

  BSU Free the Children Chapter is sponsoring their 2nd Annual Children's Rights week this week from April 24th-30th.

• QuAc Beyond the Formula Workshop - Submitted by Lori Benson on 4/24/12

  Friday, April 27, 11:15 AM - 2:00 PM, Moakley Auditorium - Faculty and student learning assistants from both sides of the "formula gap" are welcome to the first QuAC plenary workshop.

• REMINDER... Coming Out Discussion Group - tomorrow! 5:30pm - 6:30pm, RCC 104 (BDR) - Submitted by Juliana Horton on 4/24/12

  Get support from friends and peers in our Coming Out Discussion Group. This week's topic: Out at the Office.

• REMINDER... Pride Coalition Meeting - tomorrow! RCC 202 - Submitted by Juliana Horton on 4/24/12

  Join us as we build an inclusive, mutually supportive, and welcoming environment together for GLBTA students, faculty, staff, and administrators. Wednesday, April 25 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm, RCC 202.

• THURSDAY in ECC: Top Sustainability Chef! - Submitted by Eric LePage on 4/24/12

  In the pursuit of advancing the notions of clean cooking with sustainable food sources, the Center for Sustainability is hosting a "Top Sustainability Chef" cooking competition this Thursday in ECC!

• THURSDAY in ECC: Top Sustainability Chef! - Submitted by Eric LePage on 4/24/12

  In the pursuit of advancing the notions of clean cooking with sustainable food sources, the Center for Sustainability is hosting a "Top Sustainability Chef" cooking competition this Thursday in ECC!

• TODAY: Democracy, Islam and Development in the Middle East - Submitted by Shaheen Mozaffar on 4/24/12

  TODAY: Tuesday April 24, 2:00-3:30 pm, Moakley Auditorium, Panel on "Democracy, Islam and Development in the Middle East." Panelists: Dr. Erica Frantz, Dr. Shaheen Mozaffar, and Dr. Sandra Popiden

April 23, 2012

Announcements

• Annual IT Quality Survey - Submitted by IT Support on 4/23/12

  Your Feedback Matters. Please take a few moments to let us know how we're doing by completing the Annual IT Quality Survey.

• BRAIN Network Conference on Brain-based teaching& Learning - Submitted by Ahmed Abdelal on 4/23/12

  The First Brain-based Conference on Teaching & Learning will at 8:30am-1:00 pm, Wednesday 4/25,Dunn Conference Suite. Registration is free.
  http://www.bridgew.edu/SpecEd/BrainNtwrkConf.htm

• Faculty Associate positions in the Institute for Social Justice - Submitted by Kerri Weed on 4/23/12

  Just a reminder that there are three faculty associate position openings. Deadline is May 1st.

• One Book One Community and Growing Spaces Community Garden - Submitted by Lynne Augenti on 4/23/12

  Learn about the "Growing Spaces Community Garden" in Bridgewater with Arthur Lizie.

• Open Forum for Collections and Exhibitions Manager - Submitted by Lynne Augenti on 4/23/12

  The open forum for Collections and Exhibitions Manager position will be held on Wednesday, April 25th and Friday, April 27th in Harrington 211 from 3pm to 4pm.

• SMART PLAN at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 4/23/12

  A SMART PLAN representative will be available on campus on several dates this spring.

• Sustainability/Earth Week Activities - Please join us! - Submitted by Maria Schaaf on 4/23/12

  The Center for Sustainability invites you to attend a number of exciting Sustainability Week events coming up this week!! We hope you can join us for as many of the events as possible!

• Tomorrow night, Ben Hewitt, author of "The Town That Food Saved" Lecture and Book Signing - Submitted by Lynne Augenti on 4/23/12

  Please join One Book One Community in welcoming Ben Hewitt, author of "The Town That Food Saved" as our guest speaker, tomorrow, April 24th at 7:30pm.

• VALIC at BSU - Submitted by Jean Galego on 4/23/12

  A VALIC representative will be available on campus on several dates this spring.

Events

• Children's Rights Week at BSU This Week - Submitted by Jonathan White on 4/23/12

  BSU Free the Children Chapter is sponsoring their 2nd Annual Children's Rights week this week from April 24th-30th.

• Democracy, Islam and Development in the Middle East - Submitted by Shaheen Mozaffar on 4/23/12

  Tuesday April 24, 2:00-3:30 pm, Moakley Auditorium: Panel on "Democracy, Islam and Development in the Middle East." Panelists: Dr. Erica Frantz, Dr. Shaheen Mozaffar, and Dr. Sandra Popiden.

• Last Day to Register! Transition from High School to College Writing: The Common Core Standards - Submitted by Kimberly Williams on 4/23/12

  Today is the final day to register for this interactive forum on Thursday, April 26 at BSU, 3:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Dinner is included.

• Let the Games Begin! Register today, 2nd Annual Mini Golf Invitational - Submitted by Allison Pickup on 4/23/12

  The Office of Human Resources will be holding our Employee Appreciation 2nd Annual Mini Golf Invitational on Wednesday, May 23, 2012. Register today!

• REMINDER... Queer People of Color - TODAY! 12:30pm - 1:30pm, RCC 202 - Submitted by Juliana Horton on 4/23/12

  Is Gay the New Black? Join our Queer People of Color Group in a discussion on how the GLBT and the Black Civil Rights movements are similar and different. Lunch Provided! RCC 202, 12:30pm-1:30pm.

• Softball Institute July 9-12th - Submitted by Catherine Davis on 4/23/12

  Register now for the BSU Softball Institute July 9-12th. $210 paid by July 1st

• TODAY is Undergrad Research Symposium, Experiential Learning Expo & Festival of the Arts - Submitted by Jenny Shanahan on 4/23/12

  Don't miss BSU's biggest-ever showcase of student learning, today in Moakley, Hart, and Burnell 8:30-5:00. 550 students are presenting their work. Come and be inspired by what they have accomplished!

• Volleyball Evening Clinic June 2012 - Submitted by Catherine Davis on 4/23/12

  Register now for BSU Volleyball Evenings Clinic June 4-7th
  $120 by May 31st

Community Service

• Reception Center Team - Submitted by Janet Cartwright on 4/23/12

  Our Classroom Training will be here before you know it! Please see the attachment for locations and times for all of this year's training. This is a Graded Exercise Year, our chance to shine!

April 20, 2012

Announcements

• Ben Hewitt, author of "The Town That Food Saved" Lecture and Book Signing - Submitted by Lynne Augenti on 4/20/12

  Please join One Book One Community in welcoming Ben Hewitt, author of "The Town That Food Saved" as our guest speaker on April 24th at 7:30pm.

• Earth Week Activities - April 24-27 - Please join us! - Submitted by Maria Schaaf on 4/20/12

  The Center for Sustainability invites you to atttend a number of exciting Sustainability Week events coming up next week!! We hope you can join us for as many of the events as possible!

• Lecture on Math and Art Sunday, 22 April at 2:00 p.m. in Conant 120 - Submitted by Laura Gross on 4/20/12

  Prof. Marty Kemen of Wentworth Institute of Technology will speak on "Look At Mathematics: Examples from Contemporary Art" following a brief induction of members into PME honor society.

• Open Forum for Collections and Exhibitions Manager - Submitted by Lynne Augenti on 4/20/12

  The open forum for Collections and Exhibitions Manager position will be held on Wednesday, April 25th and Friday, April 27th in Harrington 211 from

• Time Capsule Submissions Requested - Submitted by Jamie Kern on 4/20/12

  Submissions for a university time capsule are being requested. Anyone on campus or associated with the university may submit a memento for inclusion until May 1st. See the details for how!

Events

• ~OPENING NIGHT!!!~The Glass Menagerie~ - Submitted by Matthew Greene on 4/20/12

  Friday, April 20 at 8pm
  Saturday, April 21 at 8pm
  Sunday, April 22 at 2pm
  Thursday, April 26 at 8pm
  Friday, April 27 at 8pm
  Saturday, April 28 at 8pm
  508-531-1321 or BoxOfficeVM@bridgew.edu

• Democracy, Islam and Development in the Middle East - Submitted by Shaheen Mozaffar on 4/20/12

  Tuesday April 24, 2:00-3:30 pm, Moakley Auditorium: Panel on "Democracy, Islam and Development in the Middle East." Panelists: Dr. Erica Frantz, Dr. Shaheen Mozaffar, and Dr. Sandra Popiden.

• Monday, April 23 will be a Full-Day Showcase of Student Learning - Submitted by Denise Diliddo on 4/20/12

  Everyone in the campus community is invited to the Undergraduate Research Symposium, Experiential Learning Expo & Festival of Arts on April 23 in Moakley, Hart & Burnell 8:30-5:00.

• QuAc Beyond the Formula Workshop - Submitted by Lori Benson on 4/20/12

  Friday, April 27, 11:15 AM - 2:00 PM, Moakley Auditorium - Faculty and student learning assistants from both sides of the "formula gap" are welcome to the first QuAC plenary workshop.

April 19, 2012

Announcements

• Distinguished Asian Studies Lecture - Submitted by Wing-Kai To on 4/19/12

  A last reminder that the Lecture by Dr. Merry White on Coffee Life in Japan is held today at 2 pm in Library Room 204. All are welcome.

• Sexual Assault Survivor Kit Collections Update - Submitted by Ann Doyle on 4/19/12

  Thank you for contributing to the Sexual Assault Survivor kit collections. Our greatest need is for travel-size deodorant and lotion, lip balm, underwear and socks. See flyer for drop-off locations.

Events

• Children's Rights Week at BSU - Submitted by Jonathan White on 4/19/12

  BSU Free the Children Chapter is sponsoring their 2nd Annual Children's Rights week next week from April 24th-30th.

• MA U.S. Senatorial Candidate Marisa DeFranco - TODAY - Submitted by Maria Schaaf on 4/19/12

  Center for Legislative Studies Distinguished Speaker series presents Democratic Massachusetts U.S. Senatorial Candidate Marisa DeFranco today 4/19 from 2 pm to 3 pm in the Dunn Conference Room.

• WE LOVE OUR VOLUNTEERS!! - Submitted by Rose Gage on 4/19/12

  In honor of National Volunteer Week, the Community Service Center would like to thank everyone who has volunteered this year. Visit our table today from 11am - 2pm for a token of thanks!